What happened: Los Angeles has 16 players and would need significant roster consolidation before making a deal. Jericho Sims is under contract for $2.8 million in 2026-27 after exercising his player option.
Why it matters: Walker Kessler fills the starting vacancy, but the departures of Deandre Ayton and Jaxson Hayes left Los Angeles short on center depth. A continued pursuit of Jonathan Kuminga could push any backup-center move later in the offseason.
By the numbers: Sims averaged 5.0 points, 5.5 rebounds and 1.6 assists across 67 games in 2025-26 while shooting 78.4% from the field. He recorded 95 dunks; Hayes had 122 in 66 games.
What to watch: Watch whether Los Angeles creates roster space or Milwaukee moves Sims before opening night.