The Los Angeles Lakers were in desperate need of a big man after they traded Anthony Davis. Davis and Max Christie were sent to the Mavericks in exchange for Luka Doncic, among other things. Los Angeles tried to trade for Mark Williams but ultimately decided to fail his physical.

Free agent Alex Len might be a prime candidate for the Los Angeles Lakers after failed deal with the Indiana Pacers.

Lakers veteran center Alex Len was thought to be on his way to signing with the Pacers after being waived by the Wizards, but he changed his mind.