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Lakers Harshly Criticized for ‘Regrettable’ Decision to Sign 3-Time NBA Champion

A commonly discussed topic around the Los Angeles Lakers is their big man situation. For multiple reasons.One is the back and forth between fans over whether the Lakers made the right call to surrender all that they did to acquire…

Published: Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 1:19 PM
Lakers Harshly Criticized for ‘Regrettable’ Decision to Sign 3-Time NBA Champion
Key Things to Know
  • Kevon Looney signed a one-year free agency contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.
  • Analyst Svyatoslav Rovenchuk labeled Looney's signing as the Lakers' worst offseason move.
  • The Lakers acquired starting center Walker Kessler in a trade from the Utah Jazz.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Los Angeles Lakers have faced criticism regarding their center depth following the free agency signing of three-time NBA champion Kevon Looney. Svyatoslav Rovenchuk of Lake Show Life labeled the acquisition of Looney on a one-year deal as the team's worst move of the offseason, citing concerns over his recent on-court performance.

Concerns persist surrounding the frontcourt rotation behind newly acquired starter Walker Kessler, who played in just five games last season after arriving from the Utah Jazz. Analysts and fans have questioned whether Looney can provide reliable bench minutes, noting physical wear from his previous campaign with the New Orleans Pelicans.

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