Year: 2022

DENVER, CO - APRIL 10: Austin Reaves #15 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after hitting a three pointer against the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena on April 10, 2022 in Denver, Colorado. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jamie Schwaberow/Getty Images)

Lakers: Austin Reaves’ efficiency report card is eye-popping

Los Angeles Lakers: Pass or pursue 3 potential Anthony Davis trades

3 playoff heroes who easily could have been on the Los Angeles Lakers

A great coach candidate for the Lakers is now available after being fired

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - MARCH 31: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots over Greg Monroe #10 of the Utah Jazz during the first half of a game at Vivint Smart Home Arena on March 31, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

Lakers: THE trade to make with the Utah Jazz if they blow it up

PORTLAND, OREGON - MARCH 25: Kris Dunn # 18 of the Portland Trail Blazers looks on during the first half against the Houston Rockets at Moda Center on March 25, 2022 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

3 minimum free agents that can bolster the Los Angeles Lakers defense

LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 22: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after getting called with an offensive foul against Phoenix Suns during the second half of the game at Staples Center on October 22, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Russell Westbrook potentially teases Lakers future on Instagram

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 19: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after scoring against the Washington Wizards during the second quarter at Capital One Arena on March 19, 2022 in Washington, DC. With the point, LeBron James passed Karl Malone to become second on the NBA's all-time scoring list. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Lakers trade LeBron James for All-NBA guard in this potential package

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - MARCH 21: Terry Rozier #3 of the Charlotte Hornets brings the ball up court against the New Orleans Pelicans during their game at Spectrum Center on March 21, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jacob Kupferman/Getty Images)

Reality check: Hornets are not going to trade Terry Rozier to the Lakers

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 17: Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles against the Utah Jazz during the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena on January 17, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Lakers news: Latest Malik Monk report is extremely promising for LA

HOUSTON, TEXAS - DECEMBER 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket during the second half against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on December 28, 2021 in Houston, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images)

Russell Westbrook is better for the Lakers than John Wall

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - APRIL 05: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers walks off the court following the NBA game against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center on April 05, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Lakers 121-110. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Should the Los Angeles Lakers regret the Anthony Davis trade?

EL SEGUNDO, CA - SEPTEMBER 20: Rob Pelinka discusses the upcoming Los Angeles Lakers' season at UCLA Health Training Center on September 20, 2018 in El Segundo, California. (Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images)

3 reasons why the Lakers should “buy” a second-round pick in 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 03: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Paul George #13 of the LA Clippers react to a pass during a 119-115 Clippers win over Lakers at Staples Center on December 03, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Lakers finally trade for Paul George in proposed LeBron James trade idea

PORTLAND, OREGON - DECEMBER 29: Acting head coach Scott Brooks of the Portland Trail Blazers watches from the sideline during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Moda Center on December 29, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Soobum Im/Getty Images)

Lakers rumors: New coach candidate may foreshadow a Westbrook return

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 26: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts following a call during the second half of the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Spectrum Center on November 26, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

3 reasons why the Lakers are completely wrong about Gordon Hayward

Mar 21, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) goes through his pregame ritual before a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers send LeBron James back home in this trade package with Cavaliers

NEW YORK, NY - FEBRUARY 28: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Head coach Mark Jackson of the Golden State Warriors in action against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on February 28, 2014 in New York City. The Warriors defeated the Knicks 126-103. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jim McIsaac/Getty Images)

A new head coach won’t magically change things for the Lakers

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - JANUARY 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers dribbles against Terry Rozier #3 of the Charlotte Hornets during the first half of the game at Spectrum Center on January 28, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Lakers: Bill Simmons has the most realistic Russell Westbrook prediction

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 02: Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers controls the ball against Malik Beasley #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves during the first quarter at Crypto.com Arena on January 02, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

4 teams who are the biggest threats of stealing Malik Monk from the Lakers

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: Malik Monk #11 of the Los Angeles Lakers attempts to make a block on Herbert Jones #5 of the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Crypto.com Arena on February 27, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Michael Owens/Getty Images)

Latest report about Malik Monk’s value is extremely troubling for the Lakers

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 07: Draymond Green #23 of the Golden State Warriors talks with injured LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the first half at Chase Center on April 07, 2022 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Lakers give LeBron James his wish in this trade package to Warriors

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - MARCH 27: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after scoring a basket during the first quarter of an NBA game against the New Orleans Pelicans at Smoothie King Center on March 27, 2022 in New Orleans, Louisiana. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)

Lakers fans should be happy if LeBron James doesn’t sign an extension

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 23: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after he was fouled by Quentin Grimes of the New York Knicks in the first half at Madison Square Garden on November 23, 2021 in New York City. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Elsa/Getty Images)

Lakers: Fact or fiction on 6 potential Russell Westbrook trade packages

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 08: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers and Giannis Antetokounmpo #34 of the Milwaukee Bucks at Crypto.com Arena on February 08, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Lakers: Ranking LeBron James and the 10 best players in the NBA

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 23: General manager Rob Pelinka of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on prior to the game against the Miami Heat at FTX Arena on January 23, 2022 in Miami, Florida. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Lakers offseason checklist: 4 MUST-DO moves for LA this summer

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 07: Injured Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers cheers on his team during their game Golden State Warriors in the first half at Chase Center on April 07, 2022 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and/or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Lakers rumors: Russell Westbrook trade to Pacers is an impossible deal

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 10: Head coach Frank Vogel looks at Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a press conference at Staples Center on August 10, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

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