It’s undeniably true that the Lakers, if they’re missing anything to make Mike D’Antoni’s offense flow, could use an extra shooter or two to float to the corners. It’s likewise true, sources said, that the Lakers have had internal discussions for months about pursuing (Josh) Smith, not only for his athletic gifts but also knowing that J-Smoove is one of free agent-to-be Dwight Howard’s closest friends in the game.

via Marc Stein of ESPN