Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes is nearing the completion of a Slovenian passport to play in the FIBA World Cup with Luka Doncic.

The Los Angeles Lakers were named a realistic landing spot for three players they've hoped to target before the deadline in new trade rumors.

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Celebrity dating rumors have always had a way of being slowly and steadily blown out of proportion. As expected, this is exactly what happened when fans on Instagram began linking the Los Angeles Lakers forward,

Los Angeles Lakers making a trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo remains in reach, but they might have to wait for a few things to play out first.

Lakers wing Dalton Knecht has reportedly asked for a trade by the deadline, and the team is expected to grant it.

LeBron James will be an All-Star for the 22nd straight time after being named as one of the reserves on Sunday. Suffice to say, it's become old hat for the future Hall of Famer.

LeBron James could stay with the Lakers, return to the Cavaliers or enter retirement after his season, but his future is still uncertain.