The Los Angeles Lakers, having already acquired Marcus Smart to bolster their defense, are now considering trading for Robert Williams III. Analyst Caleb Hightower suggests reuniting Smart with his former Celtics teammate to enhance the Lakers' interior presence.

"I wish management would come out and either trade him or not trade him" - Kobe Bryant on Pau Gasol trade rumors in 2012 originally appeared on Basketball Network. Like every good thing, Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol 's partnership was about to come to an end in 2012. Or so they thought.

Lakers Executive Comments on LeBron James’ Decision Amid Trade Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James opted in to his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025-26 season. However, the Lakers have not worked out an extension with James, which has fueled rumors that the team may trade him this offseason.

Jonathan Kuminga's potential departure from the Golden State Warriors has sparked sign-and-trade discussions, with the Chicago Bulls emerging as a possible destination. The Warriors are reportedly interested in acquiring Jalen Smith and Ayo Dosunmu from the Bulls.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been named as a team to monitor in a potential blockbuster deal for Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday.

According to insiders, there's chatter regarding LeBron’s desire to join a new team to pursue his goal of winning a fifth NBA title. Rumors suggest James is considering leaving the Lakers ahead of the 2024-25 season to reunite with Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving in Dallas.

The Los Angeles Lakers are not through looking for talent to add to their backcourt after signing Marcus Smart.

The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly waived Shake Milton, who had a non-guaranteed $3 million salary for the 2025-26 season.