With their need for a center and two superstars on different timelines, the Lakers are getting lots of attention — and understandably so.

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, rival teams are expecting to see the Lakers pursue Lopez when free agency opens. Even if Los Angeles does not sign him, there is a very good chance that he will sign somewhere other than with the Milwaukee Bucks, where he has played the last seven years.

The Los Angeles Lakers entered the opening day of NBA free agency on Monday, June 30, with their eyes on three potential acquisitions at the center position. By the time midnight began creeping around,