The Lakers are already on the lookout for an upgrade at the center spot. The subtraction of Anthony Davis and rescinded deal for Mark Williams left a glaring hole on the interior, which the Minnesota Timberwolves exploited at every opportunity during their first-round series triumph over this team.

According to NBA insiders Jake Fischer and Marc Stein, the Lakers are projecting nothing but confidence about signing Doncic to an extension. Doncic, who was traded by the Dallas Mavericks to the Lakers in February, has some options at his disposal contract-wise.

Luka Doncic, one of the NBA's brightest stars, has been under fire for his lackluster defensive skills, especially after the Dallas Mavericks' early exit from the playoffs. The 26-year-old's defensive weaknesses have come into the spotlight as the Mavericks were swiftly eliminated by the Minnesota Timberwolves with a decisive 4-1 series defeat.