The Los Angeles Lakers believe they have a roster that can pose a threat in the Western Conference. They affirmed their commitment to Luka Doncic in the form of a $165 million contract extension, finally concluded their center search after signing Deandre Ayton and added defensive spark plug Marcus Smart. While there are plenty of questions regarding LeBron James and the franchise beyond the 2025-26 campaign, LA has enjoyed a highly active summer. And perhaps there is still more big news to come.

ClutchPoints' senior Lakers insider Anthony Irwin first reported at the end of June that Los Angeles and the Miami Heat were moving forward with trade talks revolving around wing Andrew Wiggins . CP's senior NBA reporter Brett Siegel reiterated the Heat's willingness to entertain a possi

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