The LA Lakers have plenty of talented players in their backcourt, but their perimeter defense has been a concern. To strengthen that department, Rob Pelinka and co.

Austin Reaves made comments about how his Lakers' teammate LeBron James should retire, which came just before a new trade idea was revealed.

Mark Walter is reportedly scheduled to present his bid to finalize his purchase of a controlling share of the Los Angeles Lakers.

A mock trade has the Phoenix Suns sending Nick Richards and Royce O'Neale to the Los Angeles Lakers in exchange for a 24-year-old forward.

Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly eyeing Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler, with contract talks stalling. A potential trade could send Austin Reaves and two first-round picks to Utah for Kessler, bolstering Luka Doncic's supporting cast with elite rim protection and rebounding.

Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert went viral for protecting rumored girlfriend Madison Beer from a basketball at a Lakers game. The appearance seemingly confirmed dating rumors.

LeBron James and Giannis Antetokounmpo are two of the hottest names in NBA trade rumors, and one expert weighed in on their status.

According to the Lakers Insider, Jovan Buha, the team was "more open to a short-term move" to fill the roster. According to Buha, the shift in the team's approach could be a part of their bigger plan to land Antetokounmpo in a trade if they are presented with a chance.