Lakers rumors: Latest podcast with Trevor Lane on draft night and more

The latest Lakers rumors are all about the draft and free agency.

Whether the Lakers find their next superstar from their young core or via free agency is still to be determined. Paul George has been open about his intentions to go to Los Angeles as a free agent, while rumors swirl about other big names.

In terms of the draft, there’s still the belief that the Lakers will pick up Lonzo Ball. The UCLA phenom played just one year in college, winning the PAC-12 player of the year in the process.

For the latest podcast episode, I spoke with Trevor Lane of Lakers Nation about everything surrounding the team right now.

His take is that the team will indeed draft Lonzo Ball, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the end for D’Angelo Russell. On the show, he argued that Ball and Russell could be a good fit, making the point that more passing could bring Luke Walton’s offense to life.

Lane also went on to say that Lonzo’s father, LaVar, won’t be the distraction that those on the outside looking in might think he’ll be. In the end, Lane says, how Lonzo plays on the floor is more important than anything else.

Additionally, trade value is another concern for Los Angeles. Getting the best bang for their buck may come from dealing Jordan Clarkson.

A team like Indiana, Lane says, could be very much in play for the young guard. Also, in order to keep room open for Paul George, cap space is a must.

Next: 15 Free Agent Options For Lakers

Los Angeles isn’t on the level of Golden State, and getting one more superstar won’t turn that around. Unless, obviously, LeBron James decides to relocate to LA.