Lakers' Hachimura Contract: What's the Plan?

Lakers playing the long game with Rui Hachimura! Despite liking Hachimura, LA isn't extending his contract, choosing financial flexibility to evaluate his fit as a starter or sixth man. With LeBron's future uncertain, the Lakers are prioritizing building around Luka Dončić and assessing which players, like Austin Reaves, Deandre Ayton, and Hachimura, best complement him. Hachimura's future in LA hinges on his performance this season as the Lakers weigh their options.

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