The Lakers have made many gaffes in recent seasons, but few were as painful for fans as watching Alex Caruso walk away from southern California due only to the team’s own decision. Undervalued by the front office, Caruso cashed in on his success in purple and gold by joining the Bulls in free agency.
It was a mistake in the moment and one exacerbated by their inability to replace him in the years since. But now, with the Bulls on the verge of potentially blowing their roster up, Caruso could potentially become the prodigal son who returns home.