Irwin: The Lakers are paying close attention to Nikola Vucevic s movements

According to Lakers' reporter Anthony F.Irwin, the Lakers are closely monitoring the trends of Bulls center Vucevic.

"There are still some good choices in the free market, which does not include players who may be bought out in the future, such as Nikola Vucevic of the Bulls. Just like the Lakers used to Smart before, the Lakers are paying close attention to Vucevic's movements."

Vucevic played 73 games last season, averaging 18.5 points, 10.1 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game, shooting percentage of 53%, and three-point shooting percentage of 40.2%. Before the 2023-24 season began, he reached a three-year contract extension with the Bulls, and now he only has the last year of $21.48 million left. According to previous reports from Jake Fischer, although the Bulls are interested in trading him, the current situation in the trading market is complicated and no team is interested in trading him, which may force the Bulls to choose to reach a buyout with him.