Boban can be effective on the court in brief stretches,” Dunlap noted. “At 36 years old, he has never exceeded 681 minutes of play in a season, and hasn’t topped 271 minutes in the past four years. His role would be limited and situational, offering new head coach JJ Redick a strategic option. The Lakers struggled with offensive rebounding in 2023-24, ranking last in the league with just 8.2 per game. Anthony Davis led with 239, while no other player had even 70. Though the sample size is small, Boban’s career average is 5.0 offensive rebounds per 36 minutes, which could address this need.
“Off the court, Boban is a valuable team player and positive locker room presence. He’s universally liked, with no negative comments about him. Reflect on your own work environment: you’re likely more productive and happier when surrounded by pleasant colleagues.
Boban brings that kind of positive energy. At a minimum contract, taking a chance on him could be worthwhile.”
The Lakers have yet to make any free agent signings or trades this offseason, with the only new additions being rookies Bronny James and Dalton Knecht.
Last season, Los Angeles went 47-35 but lost to the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the 2024 playoffs in five games. The Nuggets also defeated the Lakers in the 2023 Western Conference Finals.
New Lakers head coach JJ Redick has indicated on Sirius XM NBA Radio that the team is seeking to add a center.
Marjanovic, with career averages of 5.5 points, 3.6 rebounds, 0.5 assists, 0.2 steals, and 0.3 blocks, could potentially fill that role.
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