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Lakers rumors: The current Rui Hachimura trade stance a week before the deadline

It’s no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers are looking to upgrade the roster at the NBA trade deadline next week, but one main issue that the Lakers have run into is their lack of available trade assets.

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Gilbert Arenas presses Lakers after Giannis Antetokounmpo trade news

The Los Angeles Lakers have been playing well recently, currently sitting 11 games over .500 after a recent road win over the Chicago Bulls. Still, some have speculated that a trade could be on the horizon for the Lakers, with the deadline looming next week.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / January 28

Lakers Make Trade Decision on 6-Foot-8 Starter

The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring every avenue to upgrade before the trade deadline. But currently, among the roster, only Rui Hachimura's name keeps popping up in trade circles.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / January 28

Lakers Could Pursue Another Hometown Hero in Free Agency

It’s never too early to begin discussing the offseason. The Lakers are reportedly interested in a young breakout forward who also has ties to the City of Angels.

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Rui Hachimura News / Lakers Nation / January 28

Open To Including Rui Hachimura In Trade Before Deadline?

Over the past couple of years, forward Rui Hachimura has grown into one of the most important players to the success of the Los Angeles Lakers. He has been the Lakers’ most consistent 3-point shooter and has improved greatly as both a rebounder and defender.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Peyton Watson News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 28

Lakers expected to have interest in Peyton Watson this offseason

It’s no secret that the Lakers want better wing options. They’ve been connected to players like Donte DiVincenzo and Keon Ellis as potential targets as the trade deadline fast approaches.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 28

Willing To Move Dalton Knecht At Trade Deadline

When the Los Angeles Lakers selected Dalton Knecht with the 17th overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft, it was believed the team had gotten the steal of the draft.

LeBron James News / Lakers Nation / January 28

Cavaliers Would ‘Gladly’ Welcome LeBron James Return This Summer

This season is LeBron James’ eighth with the Los Angeles Lakers, the most consecutive years he has played with any franchise. But following this season, he will be an unrestricted free agent and it is unclear if he will return to the Lakers, retire, or possibly sign with another team.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 28

Will the Lakers pursue this Nuggets’ breakout star?

As the February deadline draws near, the Los Angeles Lakers are once again circulating in trade rumors, specifically regarding forward Dalton Knecht. This is not unfamiliar territory for Knecht, who was briefly traded to the Charlotte Hornets last season for Mark Williams before a failed physical voided the deal and returned him to Los Angeles.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 28

Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell on Lakers’ LeBron James possible last game in Cleveland: ‘A spectacle’

LeBron James is back home for his annual trip to Northeast Ohio, as the Cleveland Cavaliers prepare to host the Los Angeles Lakers on national television at 7 p.m.

Keon Ellis News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 28

Donte DiVincenzo, De’Andre Hunter, Keon Ellis among Lakers trade targets

This NBA trade season has seen very little action compared to previous years. However, with the Feb. 5 deadline fast approaching, rumors continue to swirl as teams aim to make the right deal to improve their chances of a successful season.

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Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / January 28

Watch: Luka Doncic Completed Between-The-Legs Dunk As Teenager

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic spent the offseason getting into the best shape of his life, and it has resulted into one of his best seasons to date as he currently leads the NBA in scoring during the 2025-26 season.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / January 28

Big Men Across NBA Want To Play With Luka Doncic

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic is one of the very few players in NBA history who can argue that they’re a better creator and playmaker than scorer despite being elite in both areas.

Los Angeles Lakers News / HITC / January 28

How LA Lakers tried to use Bronny James to make LeBron James happy

The Los Angeles Lakers’ decision to draft Bronny James has long been viewed through one lens: that it was done at the direct request of LeBron James. But new insight suggests the move was far more calculated, and driven internally rather than demanded from the outside.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / January 28

Luka Doncic’s Initial Center Requests To Rob Pelinka Didn’t Include Deandre Ayton

The fact that Luka Doncic would be treated as a franchise cornerstone the moment he officially became a Los Angeles Laker last February was not a secret.

LeBron James News / Hoops Wire / January 28

Three potential landing spots if LeBron James parts ways with Lakers

LeBron James returns to Cleveland tonight. That alone carries weight. Not just because of what he means to the franchise, but because it is fair to wonder how many of these returns are left.

Austin Reaves News / The SportsRush / January 28

'They’re Gonna Need Him': Austin Reaves’ Playoff Leap Will Determine Lakers’ Ceiling, Says Danny Green

Early on in the 25/26 season, when the Los Angeles Lakers were flying high, Austin Reaves was one of their best players. Of course, he was playing a supporting role to Luka Doncic, but it was key, and something they’re missing in their current rollercoaster stretch.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 27

Lakers’ unheralded rookie staying ready amid Nick Smith Jr., Drew Timme success

LOS ANGELES – When the Los Angeles Lakers have turned to their two-way contract players this season, they’ve been able to make an impact. Both Nick Smith Jr.

Rui Hachimura News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 27

Rui Hachimura Opens Up About Embracing Bench Role With Lakers

Over the course of the 2025-26 NBA season, veteran forward Rui Hachimura has shifted from a consistent starter to the team's sixth man. A drastic change like this can go one of two ways: either Hachimura embraces it and finds a way to flourish, or resents it and eventually wants to leave the team because of it.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 27