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Lakers Rumors: Rob Pelinka Will Remain General Manager & Could See Role Increase With Magic Johnson Stepping Down

After a disappointing first season with LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers were heading into another important offseason that could dramatically alter the trajectory of the franchise.

On the surface, there was a pressing matter of Luke Walton’s future as head coach. Beneath that and unbeknownst to anyone, however, was Magic Johnson mulling his tenure with team. And on Tuesday night, he abruptly resigned as Lakers president of basketball operations.

Johnson’s decision threw the franchise for a loop and seemingly put a temporary hold on any decision pertaining to Walton.

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