Lakers options for center depth takes another hit after latest trade news
Trading for Luka Doncic was a massive coup for the Lakers, but the transaction did leave the team short of options at the center position. Anthony Davis' departure means Los Angeles is currently relying on Jaxson Hayes as the team's starting five.
Lakers' best trade deadline options to help LeBron James, Luka Doncic win right now
The Los Angeles Lakers still have some needs to fill after the shocking acquisition of Luka Doncic to pair him with LeBron James.
What other moves could the Lakers make before the NBA trade deadline?
On the latest episode of “NBA Daily,” Dave DuFour and Es Baraheni were joined by senior Lakers beat writer Jovan Buha to discuss what further moves Los Angeles could make. A partial transcript has been edited for clarity and length. The full episode is available on YouTube below or in the “NBA Daily” podcast feed on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Lakers welcome Luka Doncic: 'This is a fresh start' as star comments on trade
The Los Angeles Lakers are set up for the foreseeable future after general manager Rob Pelinka decided to acquire guard Luka Doncic over the weekend. The Lakers traded away forward Anthony Davis,
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NBA trade rumors: Latest deadline news, updates on Kevin Durant, Jimmy Butler, Warriors, Lakers, more
The NBA trade deadline arrives tomorrow at 3 p.m. ET. Kevin Durant, Jimmy Butler and other stars could still be on the move, but it's already been a wild deadline. That's because the Dallas Mavericks stunned the basketball world late Saturday night by sending Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for a package headlined by Anthony Davis.
NBA-Doncic shocked by trade to Lakers but excited for new journey
Luka Doncic said on Tuesday he was as shocked as anyone by the blockbuster trade over the weekend that brought him to the Los Angeles Lakers but is excited to join forces with LeBron James in a move that could shape the franchise for years to come.
Luka Doncic is excited to join the Lakers after the shock of his stunning trade away from Dallas
Luka Doncic was nearly asleep last Saturday night in Dallas when his phone buzzed. Only then did he learn that the Mavericks had just stunned the sports world by trading him to the Los Angeles Lakers.
Los Angeles Lakers introduce Luka Doncic after trade that was ‘a big shock’
The Los Angeles Lakers introduced NBA star Luka Doncic after a trade from the Dallas Maverick he called “a big shock.” The 25-year-old led the league in scoring for the Mavericks last season.
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Jaxson Hayes Feels Ready For Elevated Role Without Anthony Davis
With Anthony Davis now gone, the Los Angeles Lakers are left with Jaxson Hayes as their lone healthy full-time center on the ...
Lakers Shopping Around Two Players in Search of Center: Report
Explore the Los Angeles Lakers' pursuit to fill the void left by Anthony Davis. Discover the players and contracts involved ...
Lakers trade rumors: The search for a big man goes down to the wire
Kessler is one of the best shot-blockers in the NBA, trailing only Victor Wembanyama in blocks per game. He'd give the Lakers the rim protection they currently lack with Hayes and Koloko, and he's ...
Lakers Showing Interest in Acquiring Veteran Forward Ahead of Deadline: Report
Sources: The Hornets continue to receive interest in 29-year-old wing Cody Martin. Charlotte has received calls from multiple teams over the last few days inquiring about Martin. The Bucks, Lakers, ...
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Rob Pelinka on the Lakers' search for a legitimate starting center
Lakers executive Rob Pelinka knows that even after landing Luka Doncic, there is still work to do, especially in terms of ...
Lakers Can't Overpay for Center Help at Trade Deadline amid Vučević, Williams Rumors
The Los Angeles Lakers aren't the only team making moves ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline. However, their trade over ...
LeBron James Sent On-Court Message to Luka Doncic During Lakers' Win Over Clippers
Despite not suiting up yet as he rehabs from a calf injury, the 25-year-old was in attendance at the Intuit Dome for the ...
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'The Market For A Big Is Very Dry': Los Angeles Lakers GM Rob Pelinka Gives Honest Take On Filling Anthony Davis Void
The Los Angeles Lakers found themselves in need of a big man after sending Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks in exchange for Luka Doncic on Saturday.
LeBron James shares reaction to Lakers acquiring Luka Doncic from Mavericks
LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers were still processing a series of emotions when they defeated the Clippers on Tuesday ...
Lakers' Jaxson Hayes: Grabs six boards in win
Hayes closed Tuesday's 122-97 win over the Clippers with six points (3-6 FG, 0-1 FT), six rebounds, four assists, two blocks and one steal in 24 minutes.