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LANDOVER, MD - CIRCA 1975: Elmore Smith #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers in action against the Washington Bullets during an NBA basketball game circa 1975 at the Capital Centre in Landover, Maryland. Smith played for the Lakers from 1973-75. (Photo by Focus on Sport/Getty Images)

Forgotten box score series: Elmore Smith’s 17-block frenzy

A safe trade that could greatly help the Lakers

The most compelling argument for LeBron James being the GOAT

Can Rui Hachimura help transform the Lakers into a playoff team?

WASHINGTON, DC - MARCH 01: Rui Hachimura #8 of the Washington Wizards reacts after a play against the Detroit Pistons during the second half at Capital One Arena on March 1, 2022 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

Trade Grades: Rui Hachimura traded to the Lakers

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6 players the Lakers should bring back at all costs next season

LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Report: Lakers are debating adding former all-star or former lottery pick

Russell Westbrook (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

Does Westbrook have a future with the Lakers beyond this season?

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports)

Should LeBron James be the new logo of the NBA?

MIAMI, FLORIDA - JANUARY 23: LeBron James #6 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers look on 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)

3 Surprising players on first 2023 All-Star Game ballot release

LeBron James #6, Anthony Davis #3 and Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images)

The Lakers should be concerned about this nightmare scenario

LeBron James, Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images) (Photo by Douglas P. DeFelice/Getty Images)

Warning shot? Do LeBron’s remarks hint he’ll demand trade from Lakers?

Dec 31, 2021; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Chicago Bulls forward DeMar DeRozan (11) in the second half against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

NBA Trades: The 8 players most likely to be traded in 2023

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How Austin Reaves became one of the NBA’s best role players

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Have the Los Angeles Lakers found their ideal trade partner?

Anthony Davis (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

Are the Lakers planning a trade to reunite with a former player turned star?

LeBron James, Lakers (Photo by Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

25-year reign? LeBron James’ rumored long-term plan revealed

LeBron James #6, Anthony Davis #3 and Russell Westbrook (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)

Lakers: Pursuit of shooters continues as trade deadline approaches

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4 Early season predictions that the media got wrong

Anthony Davis (Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports)

Reaction: Mitchell ruins LeBron’s return to Cleveland; Davis leaves with flu

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NBA Insider: The Los Angeles Lakers discussed trading for two All-Stars

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Is a new Los Angeles Lakers player on trading block after epic collapse?

Los Angeles Lakers forward/center Anthony Davis (Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports)

Lakers: Anthony Davis finally looks like a superstar again

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LeBron James sends not-so-subtle message to Lakers during live stream

Jan 19, 2022; Los Angeles, California, USA: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports

Will the Lakers’ shooting woes finally force them to trade Westbrook?

Anthony Davis, Lonnie Walker, Los Angeles Lakers (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

Report: The Lakers are delaying making a major trade for surprising reason

Russell Westbrook (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Lakers: Can Russell Westbrook win the Sixth Man of the Year?

Los Angeles Lakers, Russell Westbrook (0) and forward LeBron James (6) walk to the bench during the first quarter against the Golden State Warriors (Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports)

Creating a blame pie for the horrid state of the Los Angeles Lakers