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Lakers Predicted to Draft Morez Johnson Despite LeBron's Retirement

Ricky O'Donnell predicts the Los Angeles Lakers will select Morez Johnson from Michigan in the 2026 NBA Draft to bolster their frontcourt.

O'Donnell projects the Lakers to select Morez Johnson from Michigan to add physicality and defensive presence to their frontcourt. Johnson is noted for protecting the paint and scoring efficiently inside, though his perimeter shot needs improvement.