Klutch Sports co-founder and LeBron James' agent Rich Paul was critical of the Los Angeles Lakers' culture compared to the Miami Heat.

This article was originally published on www.si.com/nba/lakers/onsi as All-Star Lakers Trade Target Could Be Acquired in 'Right Deal:' Report. The Los Angeles Lakers have every reason to believe that they can contend in the Western Conference, and maybe even make a run at an NBA title.

A proposed 3-team blockbuster trade could deliver the Lakers their top target, as an NBA insider details a bold deadline scenario.

“Finding ways to maximize what the future Hall of Famer and potential greatest of all time brings to the table at this point in his career, while being mindful of load management and not letting games get away from them in the process is of the utmost importance.

The Los Angeles Lakers might have started the NBA season fast, but Rich Paul has questioned their status as contenders. It’s fair to say, perhaps, that the Purple and Gold has exceeded

Luka Doncic records his first triple-double of the season (29 points, 11 rebounds and 10 assists) to go with three steals, while Austin Reaves has 26 points in the Lakers’ 130-120 victory. Jake

The Lakers could make a run for Kings 3-and-D player Keon Ellis ahead of the Feb. 5 trade deadline, per The Athletic's Sam Amick.

Opponents adjust. That’s the lesson in all pro sports. Tuesday was the latest proof. The Heat jumped out to a 13-0 lead in the first two minutes on Orlando by hitting their opening six shots.