The Lakers are preparing to poach the Rockets? Focus on the 31-year-old center, who seamlessly connects with the Purple and Gold Army

After being eliminated in the playoffs this year, everyone knows that the Lakers must strengthen the inside, but this is definitely not that easy. On the one hand, the NBA has strict salary cap restrictions, so the Lakers have no room and are unable to compete with their opponents in the free market. In addition, unless the Lakers operate in the league undercover, the overall level of the management seems to be relatively average, and it is difficult to bring surprises to fans.

So in terms of operation, the Lakers may be more pragmatic and strive for those players who are not very famous. According to media reports, the Lakers are ready to poach the Rockets, focusing on 31-year-old center Steven Adams. The Lakers management likes the latter very much and believes that he can seamlessly connect with the Purple and Gold Legion.

Although Steven Adams is old and has just recovered from serious injuries, he is very useful on the court. As the Rockets' No. 1 substitute center this season, Steven Adams averaged 3.9 points and 5.7 rebounds per game. The data seems inconspicuous, but its role is hard to ignore. Sure enough, during the playoffs, the Rockets once lined up the inside double tower lineup, allowing Steven Adams and Alperen Shin-kyung to play together, and once completed a breakthrough. In the round of the series with the Warriors, Steven Adams averaged 5.7 points and 6.6 rebounds per game. Not only did he perform well, he also effectively reduced Alperen Shin-kyung's pressure on both offense and defense, which will inevitably attract the attention and attention of other playoff strong teams.

The Lakers want to introduce centers, but it is no longer a secret. As for Steven Adams, the media also conducted a detailed analysis. On the offensive end, Steven Adams does not take the ball, but his shooting percentage is very high, and he basically does not waste opportunities. He even often wins the frontcourt rebounds and then makes a second attack on his own, which makes his teammates very relieved. At the same time, Steven Adams' pick-and-roll quality is very high, and his teammates are more comfortable to play on the offensive end, and he is ready to compete at any time.

And Steven Adams is a lean camel bigger than a horse on the defensive end, and he is still a top inside blue-collar worker. Because even at its peak, Steven Adams' speed and mobility are not considered an advantage, so even if he suffers serious injuries, it will not be considered a devastating blow. Steven Adams relies on his consciousness and basic skills to make a living. He can also form an effective barrier in terms of rebounding and interior defense. Of course, anyone with discerning eyes knows that even if Steven Adams is introduced, he can only be used as a substitute at most. The Lakers now need a serious starter.