In contrast to last summer, the Los Angeles Lakers will try to retool this offseason. For everyone participating, as well as those who want to participate, this offseason will be crucial. There are rumors circulating regarding what the Lakers can or should do. While it’s just talk for now, L.A. will eventually have to take action in order to strengthen this roster. 

The purple and gold will probably try to acquire a third star or a dependable role player to complement LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Although that is unclear, an executive in the Eastern Conference feels it ought to be for rival knockout shooter Michael Porter Jr. 

Heavy Sports was informed by the Eastern Conference executive. 

An Eastern Conference general manager stated, “That is who they would go after if they wanted to get better.” “They would be much better off if he could be a 3-4 like LeBron, if he is not a size mismatch. They need a gunner who is not afraid to shoot.” The first step in regaining their standing as a contender is having a knockdown shooter who makes space.”

Porter Jr. is capable of handling a lot of the Lakers’ issues. Despite having a fantastic season from behind the arc in terms of percentage, the club was lacking in three-pointers attempted and made. The Lakers finished worst in the league with an average of 31.0 attempts per game and made 11.7 threes per game, ranking them 24th in the league. 

Porter Jr. is a confident and fearless player who has a lifetime three-point shooting percentage of 41%. It’s improbable that he’ll end up in Los Angeles, even if the Lakers need someone like him and he fits in with them. The Lakers might lose three key players as a result, and it seems unlikely that the Nuggets would trade their previous first-round pick to an opponent. 

In the NBA, shooting is essential, particularly with the modern style of play. Although it’s not a given that sharpshooting comes easily, giving up a ton of important players for the 25-year-old seems excessive. However, L.A. ought to look at Porter Jr. if he becomes available at a fair price.