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NBA Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers Close To Signing Earl Clark?

By Marcus Bass

Nov 8, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Earl Clark (6) during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. The Sixers defeated the Cavaliers 94-79. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 8, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers forward Earl Clark (6) during the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center. The Sixers defeated the Cavaliers 94-79. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 17, 2013; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers small forward Earl Clark (6) applauds after drawing a foul during the game against the Detroit Pistons at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric P. Mull-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 17, 2013; Cleveland, OH, USA; Cleveland Cavaliers small forward Earl Clark (6) applauds after drawing a foul during the game against the Detroit Pistons at Quicken Loans Arena. Mandatory Credit: Eric P. Mull-USA TODAY Sports /

With every move it’s unclear what’s the end-game for the Lakers. Adding Earl Clark isn’t the messiah they’re seeking (and need), but it’s certainly a step above other players available. Regardless of who is added to this Lakers roster, they’re headed for the NBA lottery.

With Kobe Bryant still at it, rookie forward Julius Randle returning next season and the number one draft pick, the Lakers would be in great position to turn their fortunes around.

Clark won’t be solely responsible for enough win shares to push the Lakers to the playoffs. He is enough of an addition to contribute scoring in those small moments where Bryant dishes the ball. It would be in the Lakers better interests to add a no-name guy who will be overseas next season.

While the Philadelphia 76ers have no wins on the season, the Lakers should be focused on being equally unfortunate.

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