The Los Angeles Lakers are actively seeking to enhance their roster to become title contenders this season. They are exploring various trade options, with D'Angelo Russell being the most likely candidate to be traded due to his favorable contract.

Rui Hachimura, while viewed as a valuable long-term asset, could also be part of trade discussions, but the Lakers prefer to keep him. The team may need to package Russell, Jared Vanderbilt, or Gabe Vincent to acquire a star player, as they aim to return to their early-season form.