The Lakers may not be all that reluctant to give up first-round draft picks in a trade, as long as the players they receive meet one requirement.

The Los Angeles Lakers are "open" to using their tradable first-round picks in a potential deal this winter, according to ESPN's Shams Charania. The

Los Angeles Lakers were reportedly willing to part with three first-round picks in their pursuit of young players to support LeBron James and Anthony Davis in the present while laying the foundation for the team's future.

The Los Angeles Lakers have long been linked to some of the best players on the NBA trade market and are eager to land a star for their long-term plans under head coach JJ Redick.

Even after a thrilling Christmas Day win for the Lakers, it’s clear the team still needs to improve through trades. A new report from ESPN’s Shams Charania revealed their surprising willingness to move on from some coveted draft capital.

The Los Angeles Lakers are trying to compete and win right now as LeBron James’ career winds down and the Lakers play out the final days of the James-Anthony Davis pairing. This season, the Lakers have shown the capabilities of a contender at times,