Lakers news and rumors

Here are the latest news and rumors surrounding the Los Angeles Lakers:

News:

  1. LeBron James to miss 2-3 weeks with ankle sprain: LeBron James suffered an ankle sprain during the Lakers' game against the Atlanta Hawks on December 18 and is expected to miss 2-3 weeks.
  2. Anthony Davis to return to lineup: Anthony Davis, who has been out with a calf injury, is expected to return to the lineup soon. He has been practicing with the team and is close to being cleared to play.
  3. Lakers sign guard Quinn Cook: The Lakers have signed guard Quinn Cook to a 10-day contract. Cook has played for the Golden State Warriors and Washington Wizards in the past.
  4. Lakers' Frank Vogel fined $25,000: Lakers head coach Frank Vogel was fined $25,000 for criticizing the officiating during a game against the Denver Nuggets.

Rumors:

  1. Lakers interested in trading for Bradley Beal: The Lakers are reportedly interested in trading for Washington Wizards guard Bradley Beal. Beal is a four-time NBA All-Star and would be a significant upgrade to the Lakers' backcourt.
  2. Lakers to pursue Giannis Antetokounmpo in free agency: The Lakers are expected to pursue Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo in free agency next summer. Antetokounmpo is a two-time NBA MVP and would be a game-changer for the Lakers.
  3. Lakers to trade for Nikola Vucevic: The Lakers are reportedly interested in trading for Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic. Vucevic is a two-time NBA All-Star and would provide a significant upgrade to the Lakers' frontcourt.
  4. Lakers to sign free agent guard Kyle Lowry: The Lakers are reportedly interested in signing free agent guard Kyle Lowry. Lowry is a four-time NBA All-Star and would provide a significant upgrade to the Lakers' backcourt.

Other News:

  1. Lakers' Dwight Howard to undergo surgery: Lakers center Dwight Howard will undergo surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff. Howard has been out with the injury since November.
  2. Lakers' Danny Green to miss 2-3 weeks with calf strain: Lakers forward Danny Green will miss 2-3 weeks with a calf strain. Green has been a key contributor off the bench for the Lakers this season.
  3. Lakers' Troy Daniels to miss 2-3 weeks with ankle sprain: Lakers guard Troy Daniels will miss 2-3 weeks with an ankle sprain. Daniels has been a key contributor off the bench for the Lakers this season.

Please note that these are just rumors and news, and the Lakers may not actually pursue these moves.