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4 Center Trade Targets Ft. Jarrett Allen & Daniel Gafford | Los Angeles Lakers Trade Rumors

Lakers trade rumors: Senior Lakers insider Anthony Irwin has reported that Lakers GM Rob Pelinka will be active in trying to get multiple centers for the Lakers this offseason. On today’s Lakers Report by Chat Sports, we discuss 4 center trade targets to add to JJ Redick’s rotation. Could Jarrett Allen or Daniel Gafford make sense for Los Angeles? Find out on this Los Angeles Lakers YouTube video. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and us...

Jun 04, 202513 min

Lakers Free Agent Targets: 5 Centers Lakers Will Target This Offseason | LA Lakers Rumors

NBA Free Agency is crucial for Lakers GM Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick in order to improve Los Angeles’ roster before the 2025-26 NBA season. With center being the biggest need, Chat Sports host Jeffrey Cooperstein breaks down 5 free agent options for this Lakers roster. Which impending NBA big men could rock purple and gold? Find out on this Los Angeles Lakers YouTube video! Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code clns to ...

May 24, 202513 min

Trade For Joel Embiid? | Los Angeles Lakers Trade Rumors via Bill Simmons Podcast

Lakers trade rumors: The Ringer’s Bill Simmons recently went on his podcast with Ryen Russilo and talked about the possibility of the Lakers trading for 76ers superstar Joel Embiid. Embiid’s highlights have been some of the best in the NBA. What would a trade look like between Rob Pelinka and Daryl Morey? Would an Embiid trade make sense for the Lakers? We break it all down on this edition of the Lakers Report. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LM...

May 07, 202517 min

The Lakers MUST Do THIS To Win Their 2025 NBA Playoffs First Round Series

The Lakers vs. Timberwolves series is tied at 1 after L.A. beat Minnesota in Game 2! Luka Doncic had 31 of the Lakers’ 95 points en route to the victory, but it was the Lakers’ defense that won the day for the LakeShow. What do the Lakers have to do going up to Minnesota in order to give themselves an edge in this series? If Lakers head coach JJ Redick gets the same amount of defensive effort he did in Game 2, L.A. will be in a good position going forward. Lakers Report host Jeffrey Cooperstein ...

Apr 24, 202514 min

Ranking The Lakers' Potential First-Round 2025 NBA Playoff Matchups | Los Angeles Lakers Rumors

The 2025 NBA Playoffs are right around the corner and the Los Angeles Lakers could play a number of NBA teams in the jam-packed Western Conference. Which team should Lakers fans want to play for the first round of the NBA postseason? How does Luka Doncic, LeBron James and the rest of this Lakers roster stack up? Chat Sports host Brett Alper breaks down all of the possible matchups on this edition of the Lakers Report. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelin...

Apr 12, 202518 min

Lakers 2025 NBA Playoff Picture & IDEAL Scenario In Western Conference After HUGE WIN vs. Rockets

The 2024-25 NBA season has less than two weeks remaining, and the Western Conference standings are HEATING up. Could the Lakers build momentum into a top 3 seed after last night’s win against the Houston Rockets? Chat Sports host Brett Alper breaks it all of the latest Lakers news, rumors & highlights on this edition of the Lakers Report. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code clns to get $50 instantly when you play $5. You d...

Apr 03, 202514 min

The Lakers Just Got GREAT NEWS From The NBA

Lakers salary cap news: The NBA just announced the salary cap numbers for the 2025-26 NBA season. The cap is set at $154.6 million with the luxury tax number set at $187.8 million for all NBA rosters. What does this mean for Lakers GM Rob Pelinka and future Lakers contracts? Will this affect Luka Doncic’s extension this Summer? Find out on the latest episode of the Lakers Report! Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code clns to get...

Mar 26, 202514 min

Lakers Receive BAD NEWS On LeBron James & Rui Hachimura + Luka Doncic PRAISES Austin Reaves

Lakers rumors today focus on the Lakers injury report which features both LeBron James and Rui Hachimura. James has missed the last couple of weeks as has Hachimura, and it doesn’t appear either are close to returning to play alongside Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. Lakers head coach J.J. Redick said that there likely won’t be a practice for them to get live reps in, so the Lakers will have to find a way to ease them back into the lineup during the 2024-25 NBA season. Make the game more fun with...

Mar 19, 202514 min

The Lakers Need To FIX THIS After Loss Against Brooklyn Nets | Los Angeles Lakers News

Lakers star F LeBron James suffered a groin strain that is expected to keep him out for 1-2 weeks. Los Angeles lost to a tanking Brooklyn Nets team in their first game after James' injury. How will Luka Doncic, JJ Redick and the rest of the Los Angeles Lakers need to play to compete for 2nd place in the Western Conference? Chat Sports host Brett Alper breaks it down on this edition of the Lakers Report. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS ...

Mar 13, 202517 min

Lakers Receive MAJOR REPORT On Luka Doncic via Shams Charania | Los Angeles Lakers News

Lakers news: ESPN’s Shams Charania went on the Pat McAfee Show to discuss Lakers star Luka Doncic. Will Doncic re-sign with the Lakers this offseason? What could extension look like for Rob Pelinka and this Lakers front office? Chat Sports host Jeffrey Cooperstein gives his take on this Los Angeles Lakers YouTube video! Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code clns to get $50 instantly when you play $5. You don’t even need to win t...

Mar 07, 202514 min

Lakers Fans Receive GREAT NEWS After Win Against Dallas Mavericks | Los Angeles Lakers News

Lakers fans are flooded with great news after Luka Doncic and company defeated the Dallas Mavericks 107-99. Doncic was the main Lakers highlight last night along with LeBron James and Austin Reaves as the three combined for 66 points in the win. How far can this Lakers team go in a loaded Western Conference? Chat Sports host Brett Alper breaks down this Lakers news on this Los Angeles Lakers YouTube video! Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CL...

Feb 28, 202516 min

ONE QUESTION The Lakers Need To Answer For The Rest Of The 2024-25 NBA Season…

The Los Angeles Lakers have one major question that they need to answer after the NBA All-Star break. After failing to trade for Hornets big man Mark Williams, the Lakers have a major hole at center and how they’re going to defend the rim. How will JJ Redick and this Lakers roster adjust? We break it down on this edition of the Lakers Report! Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code clns to get $50 instantly when you play $5. You d...

Feb 19, 202514 min

BREAKING NEWS: Los Angeles Lakers Sign Alex Len! | Lakers News

Los Angeles Lakers roster news: LAL has signed former Sacramento Kings center Alex Len. The Lakers are signing Len to add big man depth to their roster, after the team traded Anthony Davis to the Dallas Mavericks before the NBA Trade deadline. Len last played with the Sacramento Kings before being traded to the Wizards and being bought out after the trade deadline. Lakers Report host Coop is here to breakdown what this signing will mean for the Los Angles Lakers going forward and what Len will b...

Feb 12, 202512 min

Lakers Trade Targets After Luka Doncic Trade | Los Angeles Lakers Rumors

Lakers trade rumors: Lakers GM Rob Pelinka is reportedly targeting an athletic center to pair with newly acquired guard Luka Doncic and LeBron James for the rest of the 2024-25 NBA season. Which NBA center trade target could be added to JJ Redick’s rotation? This edition ofg the Lakers Report breaks down all of the possible trade candidates and other Lakers rumors on this Los Angeles Lakers YouTube video! Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLN...

Feb 04, 202520 min

Lakers Trade Rumors Ahead Of 2025 NBA Trade Deadline: What Will Rob Pelinka Do?

The NBA Trade Deadline is 8 days away and Lakers fans are wondering what trade Lakers GM Rob Pelinka could make. Lakers star forward/center Anthony Davis spoke to ESPN’s Shams Charania last week and said he prefers to play 4 and thinks a center should be added to this Lakers roster. Could a center such as Myles Turner be added before the NBA Trade Deadline? The Lakers Report breaks down the latest rumors along with any Lakers news, highlights and analysis. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks!...

Jan 30, 202516 min

Lakers Fans Receive BAD NEWS Ahead Of The NBA Trade Deadline | Los Angeles Lakers News

According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, LeBron James and Anthony Davis are concerned that GM Rob Pelinka and the Lakers’ front office aren’t making enough significant roster upgrades ahead of the NBA trade deadline. The Athletic’s Jovan Buha also reported that it’s unlikely that the Lakers roster will add a star and may not make any trades at all. How should Lakers fans feel about the recent trade news? The latest news & rumors will be discussed on this Lakers YouTube video. Make the game more f...

Jan 23, 202519 min

GREAT Jarred Vanderbilt Injury News + PG Trade Targets To Replace D’Angelo Russell? | Lakers Rumors

The Lakers received positive injury news as Jarred Vanderbilt is expected to return soon according to Lakers head coach JJ Redick. How will Vanderbilt fit into this Lakers rotation? Plus, could Rob Pelinka look at trading for a PG to replace D’Angelo Russell? All of the latest Lakers news & rumors will be discussed on this edition of the Lakers Report. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code clns to get $50 instantly when you ...

Jan 15, 202516 min

Charles Barkley Gives STRONG TAKE On The Los Angeles Lakers + Lakers Won’t Trade WHO? | Lakers News

TNT analyst Charles Barkley rips the Lakers after Los Angeles’ 118-97 loss to the Dallas Mavericks. The Lakers’ defensive highlights have been bad during the 2024-25 NBA season. How much blame falls on Lakers head coach JJ Redick? Also, a new report suggests the Lakers have six “untouchable” players ahead of the NBA trade deadline. The Lakers Report breaks down all of this news plus the latest Jarred Vanderbilt injury news on this Los Angeles Lakers YouTube video! Make the game more fun with Pri...

Jan 09, 202513 min

Lakers UPDATED Trade Targets After Dorian Finney-Smith Trade | Los Angeles Lakers Rumors

After trading for Dorian Finney-Smith, Lakers fans are wondering what could be next for LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the rest of this Lakers roster. Could GM Rob Pelinka make another trade for a player such as Jonas Valanciunas, Walker Kessler or Tre Jones? The Lakers Report takes a look at who the Lakers could trade for before the NBA Trade Deadline to add to JJ Redick’s rotation on today’s Los Angeles Lakers YouTube video! Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepi...

Jan 03, 202521 min

Lakers IDEAL Trade Targets Ahead Of NBA Trade Deadline | Los Angeles Lakers Trade Rumors

Lakers trade rumors on today’s Laker Report feature potential trade targets for the purple and gold ahead of the NBA trade deadline. With very few assets the Lakers realistic options for the trade deadline may be limited. Chat Sports host Nic Rohloff gives Lakers fans names to keep an eye on such as Jonas Valanciunas, Malcolm Brogdon and Cam Johnson. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS and use code clns to get $50 instantly when you play $...

Dec 25, 202416 min

The Lakers FINALLY Get Good News + NEW Trade Targets? | Los Angeles Lakers Trade Rumors

Lakers fans got good news after LeBron James returned to the lineup after missing the previous two games with a foot injury. Anthony Davis’ highlights were in full effect as he proved why he’s an NBA MVP candidate. Lakers young guard Max Christie also dominated against Ja Morant and received high praise from Austin Reaves. Chat Sports host Nic Rohloff breaks down the news and some new trade targets for GM Rob Pelinka and head coach JJ Redick. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to ...

Dec 17, 202417 min

Should LeBron James & Anthony Davis Ask To Be TRADED Out Of LA? | Lakers Rumors

Lakers Report: Should Lakers fans want LeBron James and Anthony Davis to get traded out of Los Angeles? LA Times columnist Bill Plaschke brought up the possibility of shaking up this Lakers roster. The Lakers have lost 7 of their last 10 games and seem far away from winning an NBA championship. Chat Sports host Nic Rohloff talks about this and all of the latest news & rumors on this Los Angeles Lakers YouTube video. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onel...

Dec 11, 202418 min

Lakers Fans Receive WORST NEWS YET After Loss Against Timberwolves + Trade For Jonas Valanciunas?

Lakers Report: LeBron James has struggled shooting lately during the 2024-25 NBA season. LeBron James’ highlights have been bad as he has missed his last 19 three pointers attempted. How should Lakers fans feel regarding James and the rest of this Lakers roster? Plus, Jonas Valanciunas has been rumored as a potential trade target for the Lakers. Should Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick look to trade for the Wizards big man? Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink....

Dec 04, 202418 min

Lakers Receive BAD NEWS + TRADE For Michael Porter Jr.? Lakers News & Rumors

Los Angeles Lakers news: The Lakers fell to the Denver Nuggets 127-102 on Saturday night and have lost 15 of their last 19 games against the Nuggets. Anthony Davis struggled against Denver, shooting 6/19 from the field and was a -26 which was the worst on the team. Nikola Jokic continued his dominance against the Lakers which raises the question of should Rob Pelinka and JJ Redick look to improve this Lakers roster? Fadeaway World’s Eddie Bitar proposes the Lakers should trade for Nuggets F Mich...

Nov 26, 202414 min

Lakers Receive BEST NEWS YET After Huge Win Over Utah Jazz | Los Angeles Lakers News

Los Angeles Lakers news today is the best news yet after the Lakers 124-118 win over the Utah Jazz as Dalton Knecht scored a career high 37 points in the win. Lakers highlights were frequent, which means they are now 2-0 in the 2024 Emirates NBA Cup. Anthony Davis highlights and LeBron James highlights were the talk heading in, and both players shined, but Knecht’s 9 three pointers were the talking point from last night's game. Chat Sports host <> breaks down all the latest Los Angeles Lak...

Nov 22, 202413 min

Lakers Fans FINALLY Get Answers To This MAJOR Question + Anthony Davis Injury News

Lakers head coach JJ Redick has made a change to the starting lineup to shake up this Lakers roster that’s already paying dividends. G D’Angelo Russell has moved to the bench in favor of G/F Cam Reddish and both players have flourished in their new roles so far. Is this new lineup sustainable for LeBron James & the rest of this Lakers roster? We break down the stats and the latest Anthony Davis injury news on this edition of the Lakers Report. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head ove...

Nov 14, 202418 min

Lakers NEED To Make These Changes + Trade Report Ft. Walker Kessler & D’Angelo Russell

The Los Angeles Lakers need to make these changes after their loss to the Detroit Pistons during the 2024-25 NBA season. The Lakers need to step it up defensively, ranking bottom ten in multiple NBA defensive stats through 7 games. Meanwhile, rookie F Dalton Knecht is leading the Lakers bench scoring averaging a tick under 8 points per game. Anthony Davis has been the biggest Lakers highlight, leading the NBA in scoring to start the NBA season. Could F Jarred Vanderbilt and F Christian Wood help...

Nov 07, 202421 min

Los Angeles Lakers TRADING For Walker Kessler? Lakers Trade Rumors + Injury News

Lakers trade rumors: Could the Lakers be interested in Utah Jazz C Walker Kessler? The Athletic’s Jovan Buha reported that Los Angeles could be interested in the former All-Rookie center and that Kessler could be traded by the NBA trade deadline. Should Rob Pelinka make a trade to upgrade this Lakers roster? Chat Sports host Nic Rohloff discusses the potential trade on this edition of the Lakers Report. Make the game more fun with PrizePicks! Head over to https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/CLNS ...

Oct 30, 202417 min

Lakers Get GREAT News After Opening Night Game vs. Timberwolves Ft. Anthony Davis

Los Angeles Lakers rumors & news discussed on October 23rd, 2024: - The Lakers took down the Minnesota Timberwolves during the NBA’s opening night with a final score of 110-103. - Anthony Davis highlights the biggest takeaway for Lakers fans as he proved his still an All-NBA caliber of player and can lead the Lakers to compete with the best in the Western Conference. - Chat Sports host Harrison Graham breaks down the latest Lakers news on today’s Los Angeles Lakers YouTube video! Make the ga...

Oct 24, 202414 min

Los Angeles Lakers Rumors On TRADING For Zach LaVine

Los Angeles Lakers news and rumors discussed on October 17th, 2024: - We begin today’s show by breaking down the Lakers Zach LaVine trade rumors and determine if he will be a good fit next to LeBron James and Anthony Davis. - We also preview the Lakers 2024-25 NBA season and discuss if they will be successful under new Head Coach J.J. Redick. - Chat Sports host Patrick Siepman breaks down the latest Lakers news and rumors on today’s Los Angeles Lakers YouTube video! Make the game more fun with P...

Oct 18, 202413 min
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