The Los Angeles Lakers had been looking around for a center for most of the offseason before they were able to sign Deandre Ayton after the Trail Blazers waived him.

LeBron James opted in to his contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025-26 season.

If the team falters out of the gate or suffers a catastrophic injury, a trade could become more realistic, especially since James can become a free agent after this season.

Luka Doncic has quickly become the center of attention in the NBA once again, and this time, it’s not just about his performance on the court. After being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers during the dramatic 2024-25 NBA season, Doncic now finds himself in the spotlight with a potential record-breaking contract extension on the horizon.