Lakers news rumors today
Here are some of the latest Lakers news and rumors from around the web:
Trade Rumors:
- The Lakers are reportedly interested in trading for Utah Jazz guard Mike Conley, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. (Source: ESPN)
- The Lakers are also exploring trade options for their 2024 and 2026 first-round picks, according to The Athletic's Sam Amick. (Source: The Athletic)
Free Agency:
- The Lakers are expected to pursue free agent guard Kyle Lowry, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania. (Source: The Athletic)
- The Lakers are also interested in signing free agent big man Deandre Ayton, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. (Source: ESPN)
Roster Moves:
- The Lakers have signed guard Malik Monk to a two-year, $20 million contract extension, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. (Source: ESPN)
- The Lakers have also signed forward Wenyen Gabriel to a two-year, $4.5 million contract, according to The Athletic's Shams Charania. (Source: The Athletic)
Injury Updates:
- Lakers star LeBron James is expected to miss 2-3 weeks with a high ankle sprain, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. (Source: ESPN)
- Lakers forward Anthony Davis is expected to return to the lineup soon after missing several games with a calf injury, according to The Athletic's Sam Amick. (Source: The Athletic)
Coaching Rumors:
- The Lakers are considering hiring former NBA coach Jeff Van Gundy as an assistant coach, according to The Athletic's Sam Amick. (Source: The Athletic)
- The Lakers are also interested in hiring former NBA coach Mark Jackson as an assistant coach, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski. (Source: ESPN)
Please note that these are just rumors and should be taken with a grain of salt until officially confirmed by the team.