The Lakers main targets have been Jonathan Kuminga<\/a> and P.J. Washington<\/a>, but no agreements have been reached with either of the proven forwards because of salary cap restrictions.<\/p>\n Therefore, Maxwell Ogden of Lake Show Life<\/a> suggests that Los Angeles pivot towards a cheaper, but riskier option. He suggests that they should acquire Taylor Hendricks<\/a> from the Memphis Grizzlies<\/a>.<\/p>\n Why Taylor Hendricks could make sense for the Lakers <\/p>\n Hendricks’ biggest appeal is defensive versatility. At 6’9″, he has the length to defend wings on the perimeter while also handling stronger forwards inside. His career 35.4% shooting from three-point range also gives him the potential to provide spacing alongside Luka Doncic.<\/p>\n Financially, Hendricks would offer Los Angeles flexibility. He is owed $7.8 million in the final year of his rookie contract before becoming a restricted free agent next summer, avoiding the long-term commitment required for some of the Lakers’ other potential targets.<\/p>\n Memphis may also have reason to listen. The Grizzlies have added significant frontcourt depth, potentially making minutes difficult to find for Hendricks. Ogden suggests Los Angeles could explore a package involving Dalton Knecht<\/a> or Jake LaRavia<\/a>, with a future second-round pick if necessary.<\/p>\n Hendricks would carry risk after significant injury problems, but his age, defensive upside, shooting, and manageable contract could make him an intriguing gamble for a Lakers team looking for balance around Doncic.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n Like what we are doing? You can express your gratitude here.<\/p>\n <\/a><\/p>\n![\"\"\/](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/bn-plus.png\")
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