Names like Carmelo Anthony and LeBron James are of course the most notable ones out there, but several others just outside the top tier could make it interesting. Whether it's Lance Stephenson or Isaiah Thomas, two emerging guards, either might be a great fit for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Following a disappointing season that led to a lottery selection, the Lakers have already added a prospect for the future in Julius Randle. With their plans likely focused on righting the ship as soon as possible, the Lakers have been rumored to be looking at several different free agents this summer.
Here's a look at the latest rumors surrounding the franchise and analysis for each player.
Lakers Looking to Make Strong Pitch to Carmelo Anthony
Anthony is one of the biggest names on the market and he's making the most of it.
The free-agent forward is rumored to be meeting with multiple different franchises this week, with the Lakers set for a Thursday slot. Following a meeting with Pau Gasol to discuss his future, Dave McMenamin of ESPN.com notes the latest on Anthony and the Lakers:
Consider the meeting [with Gasol] a warm-up for the face-to-face sit-down the team has scheduled for Thursday with Carmelo Anthony in Los Angeles.
The Anthony pitch will be spearheaded by Lakers president Jeanie Buss, executive vice president of player personnel Jim Buss and Kupchak, according to a source with knowledge of the Lakers' plan.
McMenamin goes on to say that Jeanie Buss will be present for the meeting, a stark change from last year's discussions with Dwight Howard. With the hope that they can sell Anthony on the future of the franchise, the Lakers have aspirations of adding the dynamic scorer this sum...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Los Angeles Lakers
