3 notable free agents Los Angeles Lakers could actually sign in 2017
Kyle Lowry, PG, Toronto Raptors (Player Option)
While the Toronto Raptors are a strong squad, it’s becoming clear Kyle Lowry isn’t going to win a ring in the Great White North. With an opportunity to hit the open market this offseason, it wouldn’t be the least bit surprising to see Lowry jump ship and head back to the States.
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One of the teams largely to be considered a potential landing spot is the Lakers. While they aren’t a contender at this point, they could easily be in the next year or so. That’s why Lowry will at least hear them out during free agency.
Now it seems a bit crazy for Magic and Co. to give up big bucks to bring the veteran aboard. They already have an outstanding young point guard in D’Angelo Russell, and Lowry isn’t exactly young or at the peak of his physical health. His 2016-17 campaign was marred by injuries, and the issues aren’t going to disappear at the ripe age of 31.
Still, Lowry could be intrigued by the idea of joining Paul George and forming a superstar tandem in Los Angeles. Especially with the Lakers’ bevy of rising stars, it’s a situation that could present championship opportunities somewhere down the road.
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If the Lakers wanted to, they could find the space for a max deal. It may seem crazy on the surface, but a potential Lowry signing is more realistic than you might think. Still, I wouldn’t get your hopes up just yet.