NBA Free Agency Rumors: Three players the Lakers might pursue

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Feb 8, 2017; Auburn Hills, MI, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (5) attempts a shot against Los Angeles Lakers center Tarik Black (28) during the first quarter at The Palace of Auburn Hills. Mandatory Credit: Raj Mehta-USA TODAY Sports /

Kentavious Caldwell-Pope

What a name.

Well, at least the list ends in a unique way, right?

Current Pistons guard Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is another name for the Lakers to consider this off-season. For the Pistons, Caldwell-Pope is playing in his fourth season.

Since being picked up by Detroit, he’s shone that he can either be a scorer that helps keep his team in front but also can go silent. It’s not necessarily a major red flag, but it’s something the team must consider.

A restricted free agent this summer, Kentavious Caldwell-Pope winning free agent gamble. #Pistons #DetroitBasketball https://t.co/S0gAtxoCIO
— Freep Sports (@freepsports) February 25, 2017

In that consideration, Magic Johnson will have to decide whether or not he’ll help the young core more than hurt them. Above all else, belief in the younger players the Lakers currently have is a piece of what helps Johnson set himself apart.

Caldwell-Pope doesn’t average bad scoring nights, currently holding a 14 point, three rebound, and three assist stat line.

Problem with this is if the Lakers select a guard in the upcoming draft.

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