BREAKING: Lakers Get Bad News on $15 Million Forward Ahead of Big Decision
Dorian Finney-Smith #17 of the Los Angeles Lakers takes a shot against the Minnesota Timberwolves during the first quarter in Game 1 of the NBA Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena. The Los Angeles Lakers are already facing a salary-cap crunch, and it isn’t getting easier after the latest news involving Dorian Finney-Smith. Finney-Smith reportedly had ankle surgery after the Lakers’ season ended to clean up his ankle, which cost him time and affected his ability during the 2025-26 season and their playoff-series loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Although Finney-Smith is expected to return in time for training camp, he also can opt out…
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