NBA Rumors: The Shocking Possible Signing of the Los Angeles Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers continue to explore the market in search of pieces that can improve their roster. The Los Angeles franchise currently has 16 players under contract, one more than the 15 allowed once the regular season begins, but the excess of players has not prevented their front office from remaining attentive to the opportunities that the market offers. NBA Rumors at this time.

The Lakers came very close to acquiring Jonathan Kuminga, but ultimately the player ended up signing with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Los Angeles franchise was even willing to offer him more money, although the Atlanta Hawks, who had the opportunity to facilitate the operation through a sign-and-trade, were not interested in closing the deal.

With Kuminga now out of reach, the Lakers may reconsider a player who has been on their radar in the past: Bruce Brown.

Bruce Brown reappears on the Lakers' radar

The Lakers have already tried to acquire Brown in 2023, after the player excelled with the Denver Nuggets during the season in which they won the NBA championship. Now, with the player back on the market, the franchise could try to pursue his signing again.

This was pointed out by NBA insider Jake Fischer during a recent broadcast on Bleacher Report: “I think he’s on the Lakers' radar, a team that has shown interest in him for several years.”

Brown's profile fits several of the needs that the Lakers still have. He is a defensively minded player, capable of guarding multiple positions and doing that less visible work that any team needs in a championship-contending roster.

Additionally, Brown often plays above his size and has experience in high-pressure games after being a champion with the Nuggets. His ability to thrive alongside a superstar who controls a large portion of the possession could also be an important factor for the Lakers.

A profile that could fit in Los Angeles

Brown did not have his best statistical season in his second stint with Denver, but he showed that he can still contribute as a rotation player. During the past season, he played all 82 games of the regular season, averaging 7.9 points, 3.9 rebounds, and 2.1 assists in 24.4 minutes per game.

Moreover, he recorded a 47.5% field goal percentage and a 38.5% from three-point range, numbers that could make him a useful piece around a roster with players needing space to develop their game.

The Lakers have already added Matisse Thybulle and Ziaire Williams this summer, while Adou Thiero will face his second season after making a good impression during his rookie year.

Brown's arrival would add a more experienced and relatively inexpensive option to that rotation of perimeter players and forwards. He could also provide defensive stability and help in the development of younger players.

For Brown, the Lakers would represent the chance to continue his career with a franchise that maintains the goal of competing for the championship. After losing out on Kuminga, the veteran could become one of the options that Los Angeles considers to strengthen their roster.

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