The Los Angeles Lakers have set themselves up for success in 2027, hoping to use a max slot to sign a superstar to pair with Luka Doncic.

The Los Angeles Lakers made their first splash in 2025 free agency by agreeing to a reported two-year, $12 million contract with forward Jake LaRavia. The 23-year-old is a solid get, but he doesn't address the Lakers' glaring need at center.

Ayton’s contract with the Portland Trail Blazers was set to expire at the end of the 2025-26 season, but with $35.6 million remaining on his contract the Blazers and Ayton agreed to a buyout for a reported $25.