The battle for Lopez is about to begin! The Lakers and Rockets lead, and the 37-year-old veteran becomes a hot commodity

According to the latest report by well-known reporter Jake Fischer, Milwaukee Bucks inside pillar Brooke Lopez and teammate Bobby Portis are expected to attract strong interest from multiple teams after the free agent market opens this summer. Among them, the 37-year-old Lopez became the focus.

The veteran center who played for the Bucks for seven seasons has just had a stable and outstanding season. He played in 80 regular season games, averaging 31.8 minutes per game, handing over a comprehensive report card of 13 points, 5 rebounds, 1.8 assists and 1.9 blocks. What is even more commendable is his offensive efficiency - his shooting percentage is 50.9%, his three-point shooting percentage is as high as 37.3%, and his free throw shooting percentage is 82.6%, showing his all-round skills in the space-type No. 5 position.

It is interesting to note that league sources revealed that the Los Angeles Lakers have long been paying attention to Lopez. Although this cannot be directly equivalent to the Lakers' full pursuit of this veteran this summer, people familiar with the matter clearly pointed out: "What is certain is that the Lakers will actively seek strengthening in the center position this summer." Lopez's excellent basket protection ability and three-point shooting that opens the space are undoubtedly highly consistent with the Lakers' goal of seeking an interior upgrade.

Meanwhile, the Houston Rockets were also involved in the roster of potential suitors for Grand Lopez. News shows that if the Rockets cannot successfully retain Steven Adams, they will likely turn their attention to Lopez again. The Rockets had previously expressed interest in Daluo. If there is a vacant center position this time, this experienced inside player will undoubtedly become one of Houston's key targets.

As the door to the free market is approaching, Lopez, a veteran center who has both the deterrence and stability of the outside firepower, has become a "hot commodity" in the eyes of many teams who are determined to improve their internal strength. The Lakers need to find a reliable partner for Davis, while the Rockets face the possibility of an interior reorganization, and other competitors who have not yet surfaced may also join the battle. Who will eventually win the championship center will become a major highlight in the free agent market this summer. For any team that is striving for the playoffs, a high-quality puzzle like Lopez, which is both offensive and defensive, is always a scarce resource.