Rob Pelinka has received a contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers and has been promoted to president of basketball operations. This comes after his critical role in orchestrating a trade for Luka Doncic before the NBA deadline and hiring JJ Redick as head coach. Under Pelinka's leadership, the Lakers finished third in the Western Conference and prepare to face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the playoffs. His vision and professionalism have been praised by co-owner Jeanie Buss, who believes he can deliver championship-caliber basketball to fans.