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The Los Angeles Lakers remain active on the trade market, sources tell The Athletic. The Lakers, however, are more likely to stand pat or make a half-measure trade rather than go all-in with both of their first round picks that are available to be traded. The Lakers are searching for better two-way wings, a better backup center and another playmaker. The Lakers are expected to … [Read more...] about Lakers Active On Trade Market, Unlikely To Make All-In Move

Following their loss to crosstown rivals LA Clippers, the Los Angeles Lakers were frustrated. Both superstar LeBron James and Lakers head coach JJ Redick said the Lakers can't be sloppy because the team has little margin for error. James seems to indicate that it's an issue with the roster construction, as opposed to something that can be fixed internally. "Nah. That's how our … [Read more...] about LeBron James, JJ Redick Believe Lakers ‘Don’t Have Much Margin For Error’

The Los Angeles Lakers are planning to sign Trey Jemison to a Two-Way contract. The Lakers waived Quincy Olivari from this Two-Way with the team earlier on Wednesday. Jemison, who is represented by Derrick Powell, appeared in 16 games this season with the New Orleans Pelicans. Jemison averaged 2.4 points and 2.8 rebounds in 10.4 minutes. … [Read more...] about Lakers To Sign Trey Jemison To Two-Way, Waive Quincy Olivari

LeBron James is not involved with business partner Maverick Carter's work advising a group of investors trying to raise $5 billion to create a global basketball league that could compete with the NBA. James has expressed interest in becoming an NBA owner once he retires as a player. James is signed through the 25-26 season. The group of investors is looking to form a league … [Read more...] about LeBron James Not Involved In Maverick Carter’s Group Creating Rival Basketball League

The Los Angeles Lakers recently added center Trey Jemison on a two-way contract. That addition is part of JJ Redick's interest in experimenting with more two-big lineups. Anthony Davis has started at center all season for Los Angeles. He's rarely played alongside another big. Jaxson Hayes has been Davis' primary backup, while Christian Wood has missed the entire season to date … [Read more...] about Lakers Want To Experiment With Two-Big Lineups