# How Much Should the Lakers Pay for Free Agents (Including Their Own)?

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Podcast: [Locked On Lakers - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Lakers](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-lakers-daily-podcast-on-the-los-angeles-lakers-174397)
Published: 2026-05-22T21:55:00+00:00
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It's a thin free agent year, this everyone knows. And unfortunately, two of the best among current free agents are their own (LeBron James, Rui Hachimura. There are some other names floating around out there, but while the narrative sometimes makes it sound like they've got cap space to spare, the reality of its LA actually has a relatively narrow window into which they can fit in potential free agents. So every penny is going to be consequential, whether it's to bring back someone like Rui, or attract someone new. To that end, ESPN's Bobby Marks has a new list of free agents-to-be, including how much he'd pay them were he the GM of an NBA squad. We discuss. HOSTS: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky Everydayer ClubIf you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGYThe funfetti flavor is BACK on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Confetti Craze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! KALSHIFor a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. RedditReddit is where the real fans hang out. Download the Reddit app and dive into your favorite team for hot takes, fresh memes, and the group chat that never sleeps. QuoMake this the year where no opportunity - and no cutsomer - slips away.Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnba. DoorDashFrom tipoff to overtime, stay in your bag and order on DoorDash.Get snacks, drinks, gear — whatever gets you through the sea…

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