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Lakers Pursue Former Portland Teammate of Deni Avdija for 2026 Season
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First reported by N12 · Jul 17, 2026
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The Los Angeles Lakers are pursuing Mathias Thybulle, a free agent who played last season with Deni Avdija in Portland, to strengthen their defense for the 2026/2027 NBA season.
- 01Lakers target Mathias Thybulle to strengthen wing defense for 2026/2027 season.
- 02Thybulle played 30 games last season with Portland, averaging 5.8 points per game.
- 03Lakers have officially contacted Thybulle's representatives about a potential signing.
- 04Thybulle was the 20th pick in the 2019 NBA Draft and has played 377 career games.
- 05He began his career with Philadelphia before moving to Portland in 2023.
- 06Lakers seek to rebuild roster after LeBron James' departure.
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