Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report recently took a deep dive into this summer's free-agent class of centers, which is already thin, in the context of which players the Lakers can potentially afford. Unfortunately for L.A., the top two names on the list aren't likely players the team can acquire at the required price points.

The Los Angeles Lakers are considering trading for Marcus Smart to address their defensive weaknesses, particularly against elite guards. The proposed trade involves sending Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent,

The Los Angeles Lakers will not have a first-round draft pick this year, but they will have the No. 55 overall pick in the second round. While the odds of ending up with a serviceable player that low in the draft are minuscule, the Lakers have been able to find diamonds in the rough in the second round in recent years.

The 2025 NBA Draft is just around the corner as teams look to bring in young talent with hopes of strengthening their rosters. Unfortunately, the Los Angeles Lakers do not have a first-round pick this year so they will not be picking until No. 55 overall in the second round.

Apr 27, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith (17) celebrates after scoring a three pointer agains the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter during game four of first round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images / Matt Blewett-Imagn Images

After a disappointing first-round playoff exit, the Los Angeles Lakers must strengthen their roster around LeBron James and Luka Doncic by targeting seasoned veterans with playoff experience.

Replicating the Knicks, Pacers and Thunder won't be easy for LA. But each team offers something instructive for the offseason.

While awards like MVP and Defensive Player of the Year are talked about the most, perhaps the most important award that a player can get is an All-NBA selection