There have been plenty of Los Angeles Lakers rumors in recent days with the team’s power structure undergoing an overhaul. The Los Angeles Lakers are still searching for their identity in the wake of Magic Johnson‘s sudden departure. Johnson’s resignation left a huge power vacuum in the Lakers front office.
With Magic Johnson out and coach Luke Walton fired, general manager Rob Pelinka is the last man standing in the Lakers front office.
Immediately after Johnson resigned, it was reported that Pelinka “will stay in his job and, if anything, his power will grow.