Aug 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka at press conference at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
The Los Angeles Lakers were very busy over the first two days of free agency following the massive Russell Westbrook trade. Rob Pelinka had to get quick to work to build out a roster that was limited financially and had to fill a lot of open spots.
Pelinka did a great job in building out the roster. Not only did he get some of the best veterans who fit the Lakers’ needs but he also hit on some surprising young signings, such as Malik Monk and Kendrick Nunn.