The Los Angeles Lakers are in pursuit of additional wing depth as they address their playoff shortcomings. With LeBron James' potential contract situation complicating salary cap flexibility, the Lakers may need to maximize their taxpayer mid-level exception of approximately $5.7 million. A promising target is Amir Coffey, currently with the Los Angeles Clippers, who had a standout season averaging 9.7 points and shooting 40.9% from three-point range. At 6-foot-7, Coffey offers positional versatility, making him a suitable option to complement the team's playmaking stars.

Coffey’s recent performance underscores his potential to contribute significantly off the bench, especially if the Lakers lose Dorian Finney-Smith to free agency or make a trade involving Rui Hachimura. While he may not be a starter, he has the ability to provide valuable minutes in a rotation that seeks to bolster its perimeter defense.