Los Angeles Lakers season preview: Lineup, roster and prediction
After a drama-filled offseason sparked by a surprise sale and another Buss family power struggle, a new-look Lakers roster looks to find their place in the Western Conference.
The Los Angeles Lakers have undergone significant changes during the past offseason. After a disappointing playoff run last season and losing LeBron James, the team made major roster shifts with the addition of Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, and key signings like Walker Kessler, Sandro Mamukelashvili, Collin Sexton, Matisse Thybulle, and Ziaire Williams.
However, the team's future remains uncertain due to a power struggle involving owner Jeanie Buss and her brother's involvement in the deal. The Lakers are projected to have a 48-34 record in the 2026-27 season, with a title odds of +4000. The team's starting lineup and rotation remain unclear, with questions surrounding who will fill the remaining spots and how the new signings will integrate into their system under head coach JJ Redick.
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