The Los Angeles Lakers are making moves beyond the court this offseason, signaling a major retooling of their front office and infrastructure. Fresh off a Western Conference semifinals sweep by the Oklahoma City Thunder, the organization is set to hire two new assistant general managers—a clear sign they're playing the long game.

One of these new roles will focus on pro scouting, draft evaluation, and player development. The other will zero in on analytics, data, and salary cap management. According to Rob Pelinka, the team's president of basketball operations and general manager, interviews are already underway. "It’s not that we’ve had holes in those places," Pelinka said during a season-ending press conference. "We got a great team of people that works incredibly hard. It’s just we want to add more to that."

This isn't just about filling seats—it's about keeping pace in a rapidly evolving NBA landscape. Since Mark Walter, the controlling owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, became the Lakers' majority owner last October, the franchise has been quietly reshaping both its front office and business operations. The shakeup included the controversial firing of Jeanie Buss's brothers, Joey and Jesse, who had held key roles in scouting, research, and development.

With eight players facing unrestricted free agency or holding player options this summer—including superstars LeBron James and Austin Reaves—the Lakers' revamped front office will have its work cut out. The team's scouts are already in Chicago for the NBA draft combine, and Pelinka is set to join them shortly. Armed with the 25th pick in the draft, the Lakers plan to interview around 20 prospects before the event kicks off on June 23.

In a savvy addition, the Lakers have also brought on former University of Virginia head coach Tony Bennett as a draft advisor. Meanwhile, upgrades to their El Segundo training facility are on the horizon, underscoring a commitment to building a winning culture from the ground up.