The Los Angeles Lakers could target Robert Williams III as a backup center this offseason, and they can acquire him in three different trade scenarios.

The Los Angeles Lakers are going to need to free some cap space to complete the reported signing of veteran guard Marcus Smart. One way to do so would be via a trade, but don't expect Dalton Knecht to move the needle in those talks.

Finding a trade that works for LeBron (who has a no-trade clause), the Lakers, and a third team is next to impossible.

The Lakers reportedly reached out to the Wolves about a potential trade for Donte DiVincenzo earlier this offseason, but Minnesota immediately turned down the inquiry, according to NBA insider Brett Siegel.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been sending mixed signals about LeBron James, but one executive has strong feelings about him returning.