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Roland Lazenby: Interesting to see what is offered for Gasol. I do think the Lakers have established their commitment to get value for Pau. So they might. Twitter

Los Angeles Lakers, Trade, Pau Gasol 

Among the characteristics said to be most prized by Magic CEO Alex Martins is championship experience. So while there have been no public indications that Lakers GM Mitch Kupchak will be available or wants to leave Los Angeles, Kupchak is expected to be among the first wave of candidates the Magic pursue, one of the sources said. CBSSports.com

Los Angeles Lakers, Orlando Magic, Mitch Kupchak 

Johnson is obviously upset to see the Lakers lose to the Oklahoma City Thunder in five games in the Western Conference semifinals. That marks the second consecutive season the Lakers lost in the second round, spurring the former Laker to suggest adding youth and speed to their roster even if it comes at the expense of trading Andrew Bynum or Pau Gasol. "Those are your tradeable pieces," Johnson said of the Lakers' two big men. "You still build around Kobe [Bryant]. He was still great no matter what his age is. This man showed he's still dominant as a player. To me, you have to get younger and more athletic. Oklahoma City is young, athletic and fast. The team to beat is the team that knocked you out. That's Oklahoma City and then the San Antonio Spurs." Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Lakers, Trade, Kobe Bryant, Pau Gasol, Andrew Bynum 

"After you get past Dwight Howard, Bynum and Tim Duncan, that guy, Pau Gasol, is the best big man in basketball," Johnson said. "Nobody has more skills than Gasol. The problem is you have him sitting on the high post. Yes, Mike Brown's offense drives me crazy. How can you say this guys' skills are eroding and he doesn't have them? No, I've seen this man dominate in the playoffs and the regular season. If a team wants a big man, you have to call the Lakers. You have two sitting there that are great." Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles Lakers, Trade, Pau Gasol, Mike Brown 

The Lakers, who are looking to shake their roster up this offseason, are expected to once again emerge as a potential suitor for Iguodala. The 28-year-old would be an excellent fit for Los Angeles and solve their problem at small forward. Sources close to the situation say that Kobe Bryant would welcome the move since he has wanted the Lakers to acquire an athletic, versatile small forward for several years. HoopsWorld

Los Angeles Lakers, Philadelphia 76ers, Andre Iguodala, Trade, Kobe Bryant 

Mike Bresnahan: Kupchak reaffirms the Lakers will pick up Andrew Bynum's $16.1-million team option for next season. Twitter

Los Angeles Lakers, Andrew Bynum 

The Lakers are mindful of taking on too much additional salary because of the league's luxury tax, but they do plan to make a contract extension offer to Bynum, Kupchak said. So it’s easy to understand why Gasol believes he could be the odd man out. “If something does happen, it does,” Gasol said. “If it doesn’t, I’ll be happy to be back next training camp ready to go, and have a more peaceful year and focus on our goal to win a championship." Yahoo! Sports

Los Angeles Lakers, Trade, Pau Gasol 

Yet Gasol didn't seem to be in any rush to leave the Lakers' practice facility, knowing this could be his last visit there. “It’s still very much possible that this is one of my last days," Gasol said while standing outside the practice facility. "Every day could be my last day. It’s not sentimental, but it does cross your mind that there could be a change." Yahoo! Sports

Los Angeles Lakers, Trade, Pau Gasol 

Said Kupchak on Gasol: “I have not met with ownership. I’m not sure what direction the team is going to go. No additional information to share with you right now." Yahoo! Sports

Los Angeles Lakers, Trade, Pau Gasol 

Stefan Bondy: With Lakers S/T for D-Will, source said the Nets would not do that deal for Pau Gasol. Would rather have cap space. Twitter

Los Angeles Lakers, Brooklyn Nets, Trade, Pau Gasol, Deron Williams 

Scott Howard-Cooper: Mitch Kupchak: "They’ll be some change." He seemed to be referencing free-agent decisions more than blockbuster trades. Twitter

Los Angeles Lakers, Trade, Mitch Kupchak 

Mike Trudell: Kupchak: "I don't see us being under the cap any time soon." Only way to improve team aside from trades is the small exceptions. Twitter

Los Angeles Lakers, Trade, Mitch Kupchak 

"I know probably better than anybody this is a business," Barnes, who has played for nine teams in a nine year career said. "When you don’t win here, changes are made. With that said, I’d like to return but I have to sit down with my family and my agent, and kind of see what the cards hold. ESPN.com

Los Angeles Lakers, Free Agency, Matt Barnes 

“I don’t know. The last few teams I’ve went to, it was in search of a ring, and have fallen short. I’ve always turned down a significant amount of money to do that. So that’s something we’ll have to sit down and see," he said. ESPN.com

Los Angeles Lakers, Free Agency, Matt Barnes 

Blake, who has two years remaining on his four-year, $16 million deal, said he plans to return home to Portland at the end of June and after a two-week break with his family, get back to work. He said Mike Brown and Mitch Kupchak said he needs to work on being more aggressive in the offense. Orange County Register

Los Angeles Lakers, Steve Blake 

Blake said he expects again to back up Ramon Sessions at the point, even if Sessions opts out. The Lakers traded for Sessions last March. Orange County Register

Los Angeles Lakers, Trade, Steve Blake, Ramon Sessions 

The Bobcats also have permission from the Indiana Pacers to speak with assistant Brian Shaw and from the Los Angeles Lakers to speak with assistant coach Quin Snyder, the sources said. Shaw's interview will take place after the Pacers' season ends. ESPN.com

Charlotte Bobcats, Indiana Pacers, Los Angeles Lakers, Coaching, Brian Shaw, Quin Snyder 

Scott Howard-Cooper: Kupchak said Mike Brown did a "fine job" in a season with an unusual calendar and major roster changes. Twitter

Los Angeles Lakers, Coaching, Mike Brown 

Mike Trudell: Mitch Kupchak on his job: "It's the best job in the league." Says he plans on being here next season, does not want to leave. Twitter

Los Angeles Lakers, Mitch Kupchak 

Mike Bresnahan: Pau Gasol, after talking about his future with Mitch Kupchak: "I wish I could have clarification but they can't give it to me right now." Twitter

Los Angeles Lakers, Trade, Pau Gasol, Mitch Kupchak