Retaining Ziaire Williams next summer is quickly jumping to the top of the priority list for Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers.
Lake Show Life argues that Ziaire Williams' breakout start to the 2026-27 season is forcing Los Angeles Lakers executive Rob Pelinka to prioritize re-signing him in the 2027 offseason. After signing a one-year, veteran minimum deal, Williams has posted career highs of 11.2 points and 1.4 steals per game while shooting 45.2 percent from 3-point range through the team's first 12 games.
The writer notes that Williams is thriving as a premier 3-and-D wing alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. With access to the midlevel and bi-annual exceptions in 2027, the author asserts the Lakers front office will likely need to commit significant resources to keep Williams long-term.
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