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As the Los Angeles Lakers think how to best position this new group for success, Marcus Smart's addition creates certain challenges.
Will Eudy|
The Los Angeles Lakers acquired Marcus Smart, and he might already be making the coaching staff shake things up.
Will Eudy|
The Los Angeles Lakers sharpshooter continues to kill any plans that may involve trading him.
Svyatoslav Rovenchuk|
Luka Doncic is known for incredible passes, but his latest move off the court could be his most impactful yet. Here’s how he helped bring Marcus Smart to the Lakers.
Mikail Nakhuda|
The Lakers got Marcus Smart, but he is not enough to solve their point-of-attack defense problem. A bigger move is still needed. Here is why.
Mikail Nakhuda|
With Marc Stein reporting a healthy Maxi Kleber, the Lakers' frontcourt just got a lot more interesting. Here's what Kleber could bring to L.A.'s title chase.
Mikail Nakhuda|
The Los Angeles Lakers will have significantly better depth heading into the 2025-26 season.
Svyatoslav Rovenchuk|
Lakers miss a key defensive upgrade in Josh Okogie, who joins the Houston Rockets on a one-year deal. Here's why that could come back to haunt Los Angeles.
Mikail Nakhuda|
The Los Angeles Lakers had a disastrous stint with Russell Westbrook, so fans are certainly not upset about his free agency situation.
Tyler Watts|
If and when Marcus Smart gets hurt, the Los Angeles Lakers don't have many defensive options at the guard position.
Jack Simone|
The Los Angeles Lakers could benefit from an internal boost, courtesy of Vanderbilt, in 2025-26.
Svyatoslav Rovenchuk|
For Deandre Ayton, it is not about scoring anymore. With the Lakers, it’s about defense, finishing plays, and embracing his role to help win now.
Mikail Nakhuda|
Jake LaRavia’s signing shows the Lakers are far from their championship aspirations. Here is why Los Angeles needs more than potential to compete in 2026.
Mikail Nakhuda|
Marcus Smart may not make the kind of impact that the Los Angeles Lakers are hoping for.
Jordanna Clark|
The newest Los Angeles Lakers player is putting in the work to have a major impact in 2025-26.
Svyatoslav Rovenchuk|
The Los Angeles Lakers have made a couple of new roster moves almost directly after signing former DPOY Marcus Smart.
Will Eudy|
Chris Paul’s return to the Clippers was a blessing in disguise for the Lakers, who prioritized team needs over a sentimental team up.
Mikail Nakhuda|
It's becoming increasingly obvious that there's a new dynamic between Luka Doncic and the Los Angeles Lakers now.
Will Eudy|
Jordan Goodwin will be a good role player somewhere. It just won't be in Los Angeles.
Svyatoslav Rovenchuk|
The Los Angeles Lakers found future assets in Cole Swider, Darius Bazley, and RJ Davis during Summer League. Here is why they deserve to stay.
Mikail Nakhuda|
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