As things stand, the Lakers appear set to enter the 2025-26 season with a center rotation that is awkward, at best. Ayton is probably the starter, with Jaxson Hayes behind him. Neither offers much defensively, and with the way the Lakers are built, that’s a major hindrance.

Marc Stein have had his say about a possible LeBron James departure from the LA Lakers, with the Knicks, Warriors, and Mavericks in running.

Now that the Lakers have signed Ayton, and re-signed Jaxson Hayes as the backup, an NBA insider has given an update on where things stand on a possible trade between the two teams. More news: LeBron James Reportedly Wanted to Join Mavericks, Team Up With Kyrie Irving and Anthony Davis

Luka Doncic is expected to finalize a massive four-year, $229 million contract extension with the Los Angeles Lakers after completing his Jordan Brand

The Los Angeles Lakers were reportedly targeting Deandre Ayton to be their starting center from the first minute of free agency.

One attempt at putting together a LeBron trade idea comes fresh from Bleacher Report's Zach Buckley, who figures if LeBron is moving, why not Bronny James, too? Buckley pitches a hefty deal that moves James back to the Miami Heat.