Powell, Eubanks, Biyombo, Plumlee floated as Lakers backup center options

California Post's Ryan Anderson lists Dwight Powell, Drew Eubanks, Bismack Biyombo and Mason Plumlee as free agent big men the Lakers could target. Powell's prior run alongside Luka Doncic in Dallas makes him the name mentioned most.

The Lakers already have 16 players on guaranteed deals and sit close to the first apron, limiting them to minimum signings. A trade looks unlikely given the roster's thin draft-pick capital, so insurance behind Walker Kessler may come via free agency instead.

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