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Jimmy Butler continues to be linked to the Lakers
Due to their recent elimination from playoff contention, the Lakers are now looking towards a pivotal summer. After failing to add a second All-Star alongside LeBron James last year, the team knows that it is a must this summer.
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The Lakers are expected to make a trade offer for Anthony Davis, while also pursuing free-agents such as Kyrie Irving, however, Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report is suggesting that the organization may also explore a deal for Jimmy Butler:
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The Lakers have been working to add an All-Star next to James since the three-time champion announced his intentions to sign last July. Butler could be a serious candidate for their available cap space this offseason.
Butler joined the Sixers from the Timberwolves last November, although the 29-year-old is expected to opt out of the $19.8 million final year of his contract in favor of a larger deal.
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