Lakers Eyeing Trade Deadline Upgrades, Zach LaVine Trade 'Unlikely'
Austin Reaves Off the Table in Trade Talks, Gabe Vincent Considers Knee Surgery
- The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly looking to make upgrades ahead of the NBA's Feb. 8 trade deadline, with a focus on speed and athleticism.
- Rumors have linked the Lakers to Chicago Bulls veteran Zach LaVine and Atlanta Hawks star Dejounte Murray, but a trade for LaVine is considered 'unlikely'.
- Teams interested in a trade with the Lakers are expected to ask for young player Austin Reaves, who the Lakers are reportedly not willing to move.
- The Lakers are currently ninth in the Western Conference with a 16-15 record.
- Guard Gabe Vincent is reportedly considering surgery on his left knee, which would keep him out for six to eight weeks.