Smith, the Lakers likely won't pursue adding a big man but rather look to add more shooting and athleticism on the perimeter.

But with only a few weeks until the NBA trade deadline, the Lakers will need to figure it out quickly. This team has already added in wing defender Dorian Finney-Smith and guard S

Help may be on the way for the Lakers, as Dorian Finney-Smith takes on a bigger role, and Jarred Vanderbilt is close to his season debut.

Losers of three of their last four games, the Houston Rockets are desperately needing to find the rhythm they had weeks ago, where they surged to the top of the

After falling behind by 22 points in first half, the Lakers have a chance to force overtime but a turnover on an inbound play costs them their chance.

Jalen Green had 33 points and Fred VanVleet grabbed a key steal late to allow the Houston Rockets to hold on for a 119-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night.

Jalen Green scored 33 points and Fred VanVleet grabbed a key steal late to allow the Houston Rockets to hold on for a 119-115 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night. Amen Thompson added 23 points and a career-high 16 rebounds in his return after a two-game suspension to help Houston eke out the victory after leading by as many as 22.