Lakers starting forward Rui Hachimura could be inching forward to a return after missing the last five games with a calf ailment.

Lakers top trade target from the Sacramento Kings, Keon Eliis, is reportedly going for a steep price ahead of the deadline.

LeBron James had 30 points, eight rebounds and eight assists and Luka Doncic had 30 points and 10 assists in Lakers win over the Pelicans.

After winning four of their previous five games, the South Bay Lakers took on the Memphis Hustle on Tuesday at UCLA Health Training Center. The two teams faced each other there on Saturday, with the Lakers winning 125-121 in overtime, and South Bay was looking to keep building momentum.

The Los Angeles Lakers don't seem willing to trade away Austin Reaves, as they are eyeing a big extension at some point.

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić said he's "excited" for Trae Young after the Atlanta Hawks reportedly agreed to trade the four-time All-Star to the Washington Wizards.

The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the few contenders in the NBA that desperately need to upgrade their roster. As the trade deadline approaches, mock trades and rumors to players are circulating. And the Lakers are at the center of it all.

The Lakers (23-12) are back home after a quick two-game road trip as they take on the Milwaukee Bucks (16-21) on Friday. Los Angeles aims to complete a season sweep. When: 7:30 p.m. PT, Jan. 9