Back in late 2011, just after the NBA lockout had been resolved, the Los Angeles Lakers appeared to have landed future Hall of Fame guard Chris Paul in a major trade. But that trade was blocked by then-commissioner David Stern, who was acting as the owner of the New Orleans Hornets, Paul's team at the time.

The Los Angeles Lakers could use a seasoned veteran like Chris Paul next season. The 40-year-old will be a free agent this summer after spending the 2024-25 season with the San Antonio Spurs and has been linked to the Luka Doncic and LeBron James-led Western Conference club.

Lakers Urged to Move Rui Hachimura to Land Luka Doncic-Style Center The Lakers desperately need help at the center position, but the team also needs more depth across the board. Los Angeles has some tradable assets to work with this summer,