Los Angeles Lakers dismiss fan favourite Matt Ryan and open up roster spot

Los Angeles Lakers’ Matt Ryan, one of the team’s few sharpshooters and a fan favourite, was recently dismissed.

Ryan was the Lakers' most excellent shooter and helped the club win a game against the New Orleans Pelicans earlier this season. During his time with the Lakers, he hit 37% from deep, which was second only to Austin Reeves' 39%. It's a perplexing choice. But it makes more sense when you consider what they may do due to it.

The NBA is approaching trade season. On 15 December, players who joined with teams this offseason can be moved for the first time.



This action appears to be in preparation for it. They needed to make room on the roster for new players, and Matt Ryan paid the price. That's exactly how the dice fell in this case.

It doesn't say who the Lakers are looking for or what they're ready to give up. It simply indicates that they want to move and fill that position.

But, still. Giving away your best shooter? That's an unique move, especially on what may be the NBA's worst shooting squad. Fans were left perplexed.

FAQ:

1. Why are the Lakers so well-liked?
   They have a solid track record. The squad has won seventeen NBA Championships, and are together with the Boston Celtics. The Lakers have also appeared in more NBA Finals than any other club, 32 times.
2. Who purchased the Lakers first?
   The Lakers' franchise began in the year 1947 when Morris Chalfen and Minnesotans Ben Berger paid $15,000 to the recently disbanded Detroit Gems of the National Basketball League (NBL).