"I wish management would come out and either trade him or not trade him" - Kobe Bryant on Pau Gasol trade rumors in 2012 originally appeared on Basketball Network. Like every good thing, Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol 's partnership was about to come to an end in 2012. Or so they thought.

Lakers Executive Comments on LeBron James’ Decision Amid Trade Rumors originally appeared on Athlon Sports. LeBron James opted in to his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025-26 season. However, the Lakers have not worked out an extension with James, which has fueled rumors that the team may trade him this offseason.

The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring a significant roster shakeup following their playoff disappointment, potentially trading Gabe Vincent in a three-team deal to acquire Nikola Vucevic. This move, proposed by Sports Illustrated,

James, who will turn 41 in December, is rumored to want out of the Lakers after Paul released a statement regarding the 21-time All-Star accepting his $52.6 million player option.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been named as a team to monitor in a potential blockbuster deal for Portland Trail Blazers guard Jrue Holiday.

According to insiders, there's chatter regarding LeBron’s desire to join a new team to pursue his goal of winning a fifth NBA title. Rumors suggest James is considering leaving the Lakers ahead of the 2024-25 season to reunite with Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving in Dallas.

The Los Angeles Lakers are not through looking for talent to add to their backcourt after signing Marcus Smart.

The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly waived Shake Milton, who had a non-guaranteed $3 million salary for the 2025-26 season.