It doesn't look like the Lakers will be adding this player at the trade deadline, despite some interest from LA.

The NBA trade deadline is only a few weeks away, which means there's no shortage of rumors to analyze as teams gauge markets and assess targets. The

The Lakers have been rumored to be in the market for a big man who could provide better depth behind Anthony Davis. But more recently, it has been believed that they may have pivoted toward prioritizing upgrading their speed and athleticism and perhaps a ball-handling guard.