It is no secret the Los Angeles Lakers need to bolster their frontcourt if they are going to contend in the daunting Western Conference next season, and they reportedly have discussed multiple options early in the offseason.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves named Dalton Knecht as the player he thinks will have a breakout 2025-26 season.

Los Angeles was bounced in five games by a younger, quicker, and more determined Timberwolves squad — and to make matters worse, James suffered a Grade 2 MCL sprain in his left knee that required surgery.