Perhaps Andrew Wiggins, a two-way wing the Lakers reportedly are interested in trading for, is simply out of reach.

"James has a fully guaranteed deal this year, but after that, everything is up in the air," Hollinger wrote. "If LeBron James isn't a Laker after this season, it's hard to see them keep riding with Bronny unless he's earned his stripes by then; next year's deal is only 50 percent guaranteed."

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic loves playing alongside LeBron James, his agent confirmed amid recent speculation.

Deandre Ayton could be a decent player if he performs at the level that everybody knows he can when he tries as hard as he can, and Jake LaRavia is a decent player. While the Lakers may not be contenders in the Western Conference, they could be if they make the right supporting moves.

The Los Angeles Lakers have made two moves so far this offseason to bring in outside talent. Rob Pelinka first signed young forward Jake LaRavia and then backed up that move by signing Deandre Ayton. While both pickups will have a chance to make an impact on the Lakers during the 2025-26 season, more work needs to be done.

The Los Angeles Lakers are used to making history, and they're doing it again with female head coach in Lindsey Harding in the Summer League.

Mychal Thompson says he's ready to mentor Deandre Ayton, encouraging the former No. 1 pick to seize his opportunity to become the Lakers’ next great big man.

Catch the summer league action tonight at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN as both 1-1 teams meet in San Francisco with multiple streaming options available.