According to a report from NBA insider Jake Fischer, Los Angeles is now facing competition from the Indiana Pacers to sign Ayton. Of course, Ayton previously signed a four-year, $133 million max offer sheet with the Pacers a few years back.

The Los Angeles Lakers could lose a key role player this offseason after Dorian Finney-Smith declined his player option for the 2025-26 season, but the team reportedly already has an eye on a new addition if Finney-Smith decides to walk in free agency.

The Los Angeles Lakers head into this offseason under intense pressure after a turbulent finish to their 2024‑25 campaign. LeBron James officially opted into his $52.6 million contract for the 2025‑26 season on Sunday,