According to Jovan Buha in The Athletic, the Lakers are not anticipated to be heavily in the mix for LaVine. So, it looks like LaVine is not likely to wear the gold-and-purple of the Lakers. But that does not mean that other teams would not be interested in the in-form Bulls guard.

The Los Angeles Lakers have started the season 16-12, but it's obvious—as it has been for several seasons—that the team could use a better third option

The Los Angeles Lakers have been linked with a lot of players in the trade market following their up-and-down start to the 2024-25 season. The Lakers currently sport an underwhelming 16-13 record and team insider Jovan Buha spoke on who they are more likely to bring in before the deadline among some notable players,