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The Los Angeles Lakers can't run away from the very real, very threatening defensive problems that could, if not corrected, derail any hopes they have of competing for an NBA title.

An argument could be made that the Lakers could really use forward Jarred Vanderbilt's defense, rebounding and energy right now.

Early into their first season under newly approved majority owner Mark Walter, the Los Angeles Lakers already look like one of the best squads in the Western Co

Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce claimed this week that he could effectively guard the current version of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James.

The Lakers don't have that many attractive trade assets they could use to upgrade their roster in the coming months.

The Los Angeles Lakers' most viable trade offer for Giannis Antetokounmpo includes Austin Reaves, a first-round pick and several swaps.

The Los Angeles Lakers are getting the most efficient offense of Deandre Ayton's career during the 2025-26 season. Ayton is shooting at a 70% clip from the fiel