Bronny James - son of Los Angeles Lakers legend Lebron - is cheered by the Washington Wizards crowd as he scores a career-high five points against their own side.

The Los Angeles Lakers are in need of several contributing elements to their roster before the clock strikes 2:00 CT on February 6th. With Anthony Davis about to miss at least a week, LA’s need for center depth becomes even more prevalent.

The Los Angeles Lakers continue their pursuit of Walker Kessler. Learn about the potential trade package and the challenges they face.

Stay up to date with the latest Lakers trade rumors, including their pursuit of Utah Jazz center Walker Kessler.

This affiliate content is not influenced by our advertising relationships, but AP and Data Skrive might earn commissions from our partners’ links in this content.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been a rumored suitor for Utah Jazz's 23-year-old center Walker Kessler from the start of the season. Kessler is a defensive juggernaut who might not fit the Jazz's longtime goal to have a more offensively dynamic center.

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the hunt for some improvements around the trade deadline. They are one of the contending teams who are looking for some help in the playoffs. This trade would certainly help them do that. The trade idea from Doug McCain of The Big Lead helps it all:

The Los Angeles Lakers have made adding a big man "even more of a priority" after Anthony Davis' recent comments regarding his desire to see the team

By not giving him what he wants, the Lakers risk alienating Davis and thus jeopardizing their future stability.

In this new trade scenario by Doug McCain of The Big Lead, the Lakers make what McCain calls a 'perfect' deadline move. The deal would be between the Lakers and Utah Jazz, landing two players in Los Angeles.

The Los Angeles Lakers are known to be seeking a center before the Feb. 6 trade deadline, but one of their top targets is reportedly off the table. On