Though his box score figures took a dip in 2024-25, the Utah Jazz's 2023 Most Improved Player winner and 2023 All-Star Lauri Markkanen is on pace for a comeback year following his sensational performance in EuroBasket for Finland.

However, the Zen Master himself wasn't too pleased with how fast things were developing. Jackson knew the ebbs and flows of the long regular season. Early success would likely prompt other teams to take down the Lakers with all their might. Of course, media noise could distract the team from its main objective.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/spurs as Spurs Reportedly Interested in Los Angeles Lakers Star.

Video of Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves being named as one of the best golfers in the NBA by fellow players.

Los Angeles Lakers are considering a trade to strengthen their frontcourt. They might send Gabe Vincent to Dallas Mavericks for Daniel Gafford. A three-team deal also involves Brooklyn Nets. Lakers aim to add rim protection and a lob threat.

The Lakers and LeBron James are at a crossroads. What does the star's future look like as he contemplates retirement?

An NBA insider suggests the Los Angeles Lakers should trade for this $196 million All-Star to bolster the roster.

Recent reports have revealed the demanding conditions set by Kawhi Leonard's camp for the Lakers before finalizing a deal with the Clippers.

In the trade heard round the world this past February, Slovenian point guard Luka Doncic was sent to the Los Angeles Lakers after 6.5 remarkable seasons with the Dallas Mavericks. This news came as a giant shock to Mavs fans, as Doncic’s name had become synonymous with the team — and the city itself.

The Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat have a massive update from an NBA insider amid trade rumors this offseason.