Best restricted free agents Lakers should target — including ex-UCLA star Peyton Watson
The article discusses potential restricted free agents the Los Angeles Lakers might target, highlighting the challenges of acquiring players through restricted free agency. It notes that while this route is rare, there are still promising candidates like Peyton Watson from the Nuggets. The piece emphasizes the importance of these players in building a competitive roster.
- ▪Restricted free agency involves younger players who can significantly impact a team's success.
- ▪Peyton Watson had a breakout season with the Nuggets, averaging 14.6 points and 4.9 rebounds per game.
- ▪It has been nearly six years since a player changed teams via restricted free agency.
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NBA Best restricted free agents Lakers should target — including ex-UCLA star Peyton Watson By Khobi Price Published June 5, 2026, 8:00 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google When building a roster, restricted free agency can be a tricky tool. Restricted free agency usually involves talented younger players who can be difference-makers. 3 The Bucks’ Ousmane Dieng found consistent playing time in 2025-26. NBAE via Getty Images But this has become an increasingly rare route for players to change teams. Teams are less inclined to issue an offer sheet because the player’s original team has 48 hours to match it, which ties up the offering team’s cap space and halts their free agency plans for up to two days.
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