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Focus Shifts To Buyout Market After Only Making One Deadline Trade

This has been a busy NBA trade deadline across the league, and the Los Angeles Lakers finally got in the mix early Thursday morning by reportedly trading Gabe Vincent and a second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks for sharpshooter Luke Kennard.

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5 players the Lakers should target in the buyout market

The Lakers made only one trade on Thursday, sending Gabe Vincent to the Hawks for Luke Kennard. With the deadline now in the past, the only way to add players is through the buyout market.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

Could Lakers’ G League Pair Earn Opportunities Post-Deadline?

With the trade deadline having come and gone, the Lakers’ focus now shifts to filling their vacant roster spot. While there are several ways to approach that dilemma, there’s a case for some South Bay talent to prove their worth in the big leagues.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / February 5

Here’s the new-look Lakers roster after the 2026 NBA trade deadline

It took a while, but the Lakers finally got involved at the trade deadline on Thursday, swapping Gabe Vincent out for Luke Kennard at the cost of a second round pick.

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Luke Kennard News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

Trade Grades: Lakers Solve Glaring Issue With Luke Kennard Trade

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles Lakers finally made a trade, albeit a smaller one than many hoped. Atlanta Hawks reportedly agreed to trade Luke Kennard to the Lakers in exchange for Gabe Vincent, according to multiple reports.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 5

Looking To Make ‘Big Splash’ This Offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers were able to swing a deal prior to the NBA trade deadline, acquiring Luke Kennard, one of the best 3-point shooters in league history, from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / February 5

Video Evidence Shows LeBron James’ Influence on Lakers After Gabe Vincent Trade

There is a belief in the sports world that once you become a seasoned veteran, you get to have a say in the team’s decision. It’s not new in the NBA as well.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / February 5

Lakers add sharpshooter in trade with Hawks

The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to make one more run with superstar LeBron James. On Thursday, just hours before the NBA trade deadline, the Lakers made a trade involving the Atlanta Hawks.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / February 5

Lakers Acquire Perimeter Marksman in First Deadline Move

The Los Angeles Lakers have made a small but key splash Thursday, trading Gabe Vincent and a 2032 second-round pick to the Atlanta Hawks for Luke Kennard.

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Gabe Vincent & Second-Round Pick Traded To Hawks For Luke Kennard

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Report: Los Angeles Lakers Locker Room Confident Current Roster is Built for the Playoffs

The Los Angeles Lakers supposedly have big plans ahead of Thursday’s trade deadline. However, given their current status, they might not find any takers for Gabe Vincent, Dalton Knecht, Jared Vanderbilt, or Maxi Kleber.

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Lakers Linked to $25M Guard Ahead of NBA Trade Deadline

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LeBron James Believes Lakers Came Together During Long Road Trip

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