Los Angeles has gotten off to an encouraging 10-4 season start, without 21-time All-NBA superstar LeBron James. But perhaps they could use some help.

The Los Angeles Lakers are among the best teams in the Western Conference thus far in the 2025-26 NBA season, even without megastar LeBron James, who has missed the start of the campaign due to sciatica.

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.

The Lakers reportedly began exploring trades for Anthony Davis last season due to concerns about his health and fitness.

NBA veteran Austin Rivers has ignited debate by suggesting the Los Angeles Lakers trade LeBron James to build around Luka Doncic. With Doncic entering his prime and James nearing 40 and sidelined, the franchise faces a critical decision about its future direction and potential blockbuster trade before the 2026 deadline.

The Dallas Mavericks star Klay Thompson commented on how he dealt with his new role off the bench after ongoing NBA trade rumors emerged.