It was the Lakers who, eight years ago, gave center Thomas Bryant his first crack at the NBA, putting him into the lineup after acquiring him in a draft trade with the Jazz. Bryant's Lakers career did not last that long--he was gone after one season--but he came back to L.

It appears Luka's new look is having an impact at sportsbooks. And one expert believes that L.A. is now a "real threat" to win it all.

The body, the publicity, the determined look in his eyes, the sweat reflecting the spotlights, it’s all part of Dončić’'s bigger plan.

If there is a buyout, NBA insider Marc Stein has revealed which three teams would possibly be looking to bring him in. "I believe that the Warriors and the Knicks would be right there with the Mavericks IFFFF James became available via buyout," Stein posited.

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James is aiming to become a regular member of the team's rotation during his second season in the NBA.

Crittenton, a 6-foot-5 guard, played one season at Georgia Tech University and averaged 14.4 points and 5.8 assists a game while showing solid leadership despite being a freshman. The Lakers took him with the No. 19 pick in the 2007 NBA Draft.

An NBA writer is a firm believer that the Los Angeles Lakers should consider signing a familiar face this summer.