LAS VEGAS — Cole Swider racked up a game-high 21 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to a 94-81 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans in the NBA 2K26 Summer League on Saturday at Thomas & Mack Center.

LeBron James seems to be growing more and more unhappy with the current trajectory of the Lakers. This could very well mean a trade, in this proposed trade, he pairs up with one of the best big men in the game.

Four NBA teams have contacted Rich Paul of Klutch Sports Group expressing interest in trading for Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James. The leading scorer in NBA history, James picked up his 2025-26 player option with the Lakers.

On Saturday night, the Los Angeles Lakers played the New Orleans Pelicans at NBA Summer League in Las Vegas. The Lakers won by a score of 94-81. Bronny James

The Los Angeles Lakers have made two moves so far this offseason to bring in outside talent. Rob Pelinka first signed young forward Jake LaRavia and then backed up that move by signing Deandre Ayton. While both pickups will have a chance to make an impact on the Lakers during the 2025-26 season, more work needs to be done.

Rich Paul of Klutch Sports Group told NBA reporter Dave McMenamin of ESPN that four teams have contacted him with interest in trading for Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James.  James, though, hasn’t requested a trade from the Lakers yet.

Ex-NBA player Derek Fisher knows all about winning championships. He captured five when he played with Los Angeles Lakers, including three straight from 2000-0