The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly still interested in acquiring veteran center Jonas Valanciunas from the Washington Wizards, despite their recent trade for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. The addition of these players has somewhat complicated the Lakers' pursuit of Valanciunas, who remains under contract for another season. Lakers insider Michael Scotto indicates that the team is looking to bolster their backup center position and may consider offering Gabe Vincent along with future draft picks to entice the Wizards.

However, it is believed that such an offer may not be sufficient to sway Washington, which is in a strong negotiating position given Valanciunas's contract situation. With the trade deadline still several weeks away, the Lakers will need to strategize carefully to make a compelling offer that could convince the Wizards to part with their center. Meanwhile, the Wizards are expected to evaluate all incoming offers for Valanciunas but can afford to be selective in their decision-making.