Lakers Fans Want Franchise To Sign Recently Waived NBA Player originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The NBA offseason is in full swing, and the Los Angeles Lakers roster already looks markedly different from what it did a few months ago.

Internally, it's been a rather loud 2025 NBA offseason for the Los Angeles Lakers due to ongoing speculation about LeBron James' future with the franchise and the impending—and critically important—contract extension talks with Luka Dončić.

A review of the 2024-25 season for Quincy Olivari, who landed a two-way contract with the Los Angeles Lakers but was eventually waived.

“The team has been resistant to taking on longer-term contracts in an effort to maintain flexibility,” The Athletic wrote. “… if the Lakers were to, hypothetically, trade James to the Golden State Warriors for Jimmy Butler, who is nearly 36, they would have Butler under contract for the 2026-27 season at nearly $57 million.”

Learn about the effects of Bradley Beal signing with the Clippers on the Lakers and what it means for their championship hopes.

NBA rumors reveal Bradley Beal showed little interest in the Los Angeles Lakers before signing with the Clippers after Phoenix Suns buyout.

The situation between LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers has taken an unexpected turn this offseason. LeBron, entering his 23rd year in the NBA, picked up his $52.6 million player option for the 2025-26 season.