The Los Angeles Lakers look to pick up their fifth consecutive victory on the second night of a back-to-back as they take on the Philadelphia 76ers. The Lakers are expected to welcome back Rui Hachimura in this contest,

Lakers forward Rui Hachimura spoke about needing to play off LeBron James and Anthony Davis against good defensive teams.

This mock trade would give the Lakers not only a serviceable starting center next to Anthony Davis, but one who could be a game-changer.

Jan 21, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) drives past Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma (33) in the second half at Crypto.com Arena. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images / Jayne Kamin-Oncea-Imagn Images

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Davis hasn't just given the front office a directionless mandate to improve the team — he has ideas on how it should be done, namely that the Lakers trade for a center so that he can slide to the 4, which he has long stated is his preferred position. Rob Pelinka, I hope you're listening.

Jarred Vanderbilt's glorious return and back-to-back wins over the Boston Celtics and Golden State Warriors could have the LA Lakers in a pickle over Rui Hachimura.

NBA trade deadline rapidly approaching, here's a ranking of the best Lakers center targets to appease Anthony Davis.

Rui Hachimura scored 23 points and Anthony Davis had 22 points and 11 rebounds as the Los Angeles Lakers snapped a three-game skid with a 117-108 victory over the Miami Heat.

Hachimura missed his second consecutive game on Tuesday in Charlotte because of left calf soreness, while Vincent sat out because of left knee soreness.

For the Lakers to consistently compete against those type of teams, Rui Hachimura believes they need to do a better job playing off of their stars in LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Following the ...