Lakers wont sign recently-released DeMar DeRozan in NBA free agency

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to make the finishing touches on an incomplete roster, but there’s one free agent the team likely isn’t signing.DeMar DeRozan hit free agency after the Sacramento Kings waived him.

The team explored trade options for the DeRozan, but nothing transpired and the two sides mutually agreed to part ways.According to ESPN insider Dave McMenamin, the Lakers aren’t considered a potential landing spot for the veteran guard.

There were rumblings regarding the Lakers’ interest in DeRozan, since the two sides had mutual interest most notably in 2021.However, DeRozan is no longer a fit for the Lakers heading into the 2026-27 season.

LA’s roster is missing a versatile wing defender and backup center.DeRozan is neither.

While the Lakers may not have any interest in DeRozan, he is a top free agent of the summer and should likely garner interest from other teams around the league.General manager Rob Pelinka has orchestrated a massive overhaul with the Lakers set to look much different for the upcoming campaign.

The Lakers have already made a majority of their offseason moves, but the team is working to sign free agent forward Jonathan Kuminga.The 23-year-old reportedly isn’t enticed by the current Lakers offer, which leaves Pelinka with the tall task of maneuvering players in order to acquire more cap space to sign Kuminga.

That’s easier said than done, but the Lakers have limited options as many free agents are already off the board....