3 Best Free Agents Remaining that Could Save the Lakers Offseason
By Cem Yolbulan
Evan Fournier
Before he was buried on the bench in New York, Evan Fournier was an impactful role player in the NBA. Head coach Tom Thibodeau used Fournier very sparingly over the last couple of years but the Frenchman has proven that he can still play whenever he sees the court in international play.
Plus, he is still only 31 years old. The fact that he hasn't played too much could mean that he still has fresh legs.
On paper, Fournier has the perfect skill set to play next to LeBron James and Anthony Davis. The former Nuggets and Magic swingman has consistently been one of the better shooters in his position. He has multiple seasons where he shot over 40% from three.
In addition to his sharpshooting, Fournier has some playmaking ability. He can put the ball on the floor, get to his mid-range, or keep the ball moving and find his teammates. He is an all-around offensive player who knows how to play and can space the floor for the rest of the Lakers.
The Lakers have found some successes in rehabilitation projects in recent years. Fournier could be another one next to LeBron and Davis by providing much-needed shooting.