What happened: On a new episode of their podcast, The Athletic's Jovan Buha and Trevor Lane grade the Lakers' supporting cast and assess each player's fit heading into the summer. The pair break down seven role players the franchise must make decisions on: Marcus Smart, Rui Hachimura, Deandre Ayton, Luke Kennard, Jaxson Hayes, Jake LaRavia and Jarred Vanderbilt.

Why it matters: With the season over, the Lakers face a series of offseason calls on their depth and salary structure, and how they handle these role players will shape the roster around their core. One of the most immediate questions is Marcus Smart's player-option decision, which could reshape the team's backcourt and cap flexibility.

What to watch: Watch for the Lakers' first offseason moves on the supporting cast, beginning with option deadlines and free-agency decisions on the seven players named.