NBA News Roundup, Sunday, April 21st: LeBron James' commitment to Lakers called into question, Clippers hold an advantage over Lakers, and more

Los Angeles Clippers v Los Angeles Lakers
Los Angeles Clippers v Los Angeles Lakers

League Executives believe Clippers hold an advantage over Lakers

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Both of the Los Angeles teams are expected to target high-profile free agents such as Kawhi Leonard
Both of the Los Angeles teams are expected to target high-profile free agents such as Kawhi Leonard

Both the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers will have major cap space available this summer, and both teams are expected to fight for the likes of Kawhi Leonard, Kevin Durant, and Kyrie Irving.

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The Lakers have for a long time been viewed as Los Angeles' most attractive destination, however, Jovan Buha of The Athletic believes that the Clippers will hold the advantage this summer:

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L.A. is a desired place of living, guys like to be there during the offseason -- an NBA agent told The Athletic. And they have stuff that sets them apart from like the Lakers -- continuity, cohesiveness. They have an owner who will do whatever it takes that’s possible.

The Clippers are currently facing off against the Warriors in the playoffs, and the team has room to offer two-max deals this summer.

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