The 2021 NBA Trade Deadline passed without the Lakers making a big move. Did they do that knowing they had a shot at Andre Drummond? Drummond and the Cavaliers agreed to a buyout, so Drummond is now a free agent and is free to sign with any team. Will it be the Lakers? Chase Senior breaks it down on the Lakers Report by Chat Sports.
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