However, Doncic is only under contract for one more year with a $45.9 million cap hit in 2025 (he also has a $48.9 million player option for 2026-27), and there hasn't been much talk about him signing a long-term contract extension with L.

It would be in the Los Angeles Lakers' best interest to consider signing a contributor who previously competed with the franchise.

Feb 6, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent (7) moves the ball against Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) and guard Gary Payton II (0) during the first half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images / Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Los Angeles Lakers eye Atlanta Hawks' Onyeka Okongwu. This move follows Kristaps Porzingis's arrival in Atlanta. Okongwu's role might diminish. Lakers see a trade opportunity. He offers defense and rebounding.

If the 2003 No. 1 overall pick and his son, Bronny, want to move on from Los Angeles before the 2025-26 season begins, Sports Illustrated’s Jackson Caudell believes the first-father son duo in NBA history would fit well with the Detroit Pistons.

One NBA reporter feels trading Austin Reaves could be an option for the Lakers by the trade deadline in order to become championship contenders.

The LA Lakers are one of the most iconic franchises in the world. Let's look at the players who produced their top five single season rebounds per game.

The Los Angeles Lakers seem to be determined to move on from LeBron James and focus on Luka Doncic. Based on the moves they’ve made this summer, they’re prioritizing two-year contracts, which aren’t the ideal deals for them to contend.

Los Angeles Lakers legend Shaquille O'Neal called out Bleacher Report for ranking Kobe Bryant 11th on their top-100 NBA players list.