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Famous reporter revealed that the center of 15+10 may leave the team, the Lakers may pursue it, he has become a top blue-collar worker

7:45pm, 18 May 2025【Basketball】

Before the start of this year's playoffs, the outside world thought that the Lakers had drawn the draw, but they didn't expect that they were finally blacklisted by the Timberwolves and were eliminated in the first round. The biggest problem with the Lakers' lineup is that the inside is really weak and I can't bear to look at it. This must be solved during the offseason.

Critic Michael Scotto broke the news, saying that if the Raptors cannot reach an agreement with center Jacob Peartel on the renewal of the contract this summer, the latter may choose to leave the team. At that time, the Lakers might pursue Jacob Pelter. He has become the top inside blue-collar worker in the league, which is very suitable for the Lakers now.

Although the Raptors' record is very bad, Jacob Pelter performed well. This season he averaged 14.5 points, 9.6 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 1.2 steals and 1.3 blocks per game, completely filling the data bar. Moreover, Jacob Pelter basically does not waste opportunities. His shooting percentage exceeds 60%, which is because the Raptors lack a reliable field commander. If they really need to organize their brains to deliver shells, Jacob Pelter's efficiency will only be improved. Moreover, compared with most blue-collar centers, Jacob Pelter also has a unique skill of supporting the team at a high position and sending a wonderful pass, which can completely increase the team's tactical choices.

Jacob Pelter will not celebrate his 30th birthday until next season begins. It should be said that he is at the peak of a professional player. Compared with another rumored partner of the Lakers, Mark Williams, who was returned due to injuries, Jacob Pelter's attendance rate is much better. Basically no one associates him with glass attributes. Even though the Raptors are in the reconstruction period, they often deliberately rest the main players. Jacob Pelter still plays 57 times this season, and can play about 30 minutes in each game, which is particularly attractive to the Lakers. It is really not very meaningful for a team like the reconstruction period like

Raptors to force the rebuilding period to retain Jacob Pelter. Especially his contract is about to expire. If you think renewal is a difficult problem or it doesn't help the team, it's better to send him to the playoff team in advance. In this way, Jacob Pelter can strive for greater contracts and performance opportunities. The Lakers or other teams that need centers can effectively strengthen the lineup shortcomings, while the Raptors will save salary space and exchange for some future assets. If they really want to change this way, everyone can get what they need.