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If Dwight leaves the Lakers how do they best set themselves up for '14-15 season? Do they even consider doing the Laker version of going in the tank, for next years super talented draft??

-- Brian (San Ramon CA)
Kevin Pelton

I think you'd have to consider it in that scenario. If Howard decides quickly, it's possible the Lakers could amnesty Gasol if they don't find a trade market, and at that point you're close to giving up on 2013-14. But they do have to weigh whether coming off a poor season would hurt their chances in the LeBron sweepstakes.

-- Kevin Pelton, NBA Insider

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