There could be signs that point to the Lakers seriously courting one soon-to-be free agent center in a few weeks.

Despite all of that, anyone who went to a Bucks game in 2025 would have still seen a very familiar frontcourt rotation. With superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo still leading the way, and Brook Lopez and Bobby Portis as his typical frontcourt partners, there was still some way to see the 2021 title team in action.

Brook Lopez is a potential target for the Lakers in their quest for a center. Stay updated on the latest developments and rumors.

There has been plenty of trade speculation around Antetokounmpo, but Milwaukee does have other key players whom they need to determine the future with. More Bucks news: Bucks Announce Big Ticket Changes Amid Trade Rumors One of those is veteran center Brook Lopez,

That's because the Bucks are staring down a painful offseason math problem: Brook Lopez is likely going to be a free agent, suitors are circling, and Milwaukee doesn’t have the money—or the margin for error—to easily replace him.

Mar 6, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30) drives to the hoop in front of Milwaukee Bucks guard Damian Lillard (0), center Brook Lopez (11), and guard Malik Beasley (5) in the third quarter at the Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images / Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

All indications point to the Milwaukee Bucks finally moving on from veteran Brook Lopez. Lopez, an All-Star, champion in Milwaukee, and much more throughout his successful NBA career, would be welcomed by other teams around the league. Unfortunately, time has run out in Milwaukee, and it seems the better plan for the Bucks is to allow him to walk.