The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly planning to waive Shake Milton to create roster space for Marcus Smart, who is expected to sign a two-year deal.

The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly waived Shake Milton, who had a non-guaranteed $3 million salary for the 2025-26 season.

The NBA offseason is heating up, and the latest fuel for the fire comes from an unexpected source: a photo of Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo sitting alongside Los Angeles Lakers legend Pau Gasol at the WNBA All-Star Game. The image, shared on X by @MiamiClip, has ignited a frenzy of trade speculation among fans and analysts alike.

The Lakers have been pining for Myles Turner from afar for years, but despite constant rumors, Turner has spent his entire 10-year career in Indiana with the Pacers.

Los Angeles Lakers eye Atlanta Hawks' Onyeka Okongwu. This move follows Kristaps Porzingis's arrival in Atlanta. Okongwu's role might diminish. Lakers see a trade opportunity. He offers defense and rebounding.

Apr 26, 2025; Miami, Florida, USA;Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins (22) drives to the basket against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (5) in the third quarter during game three for the first round of the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Kaseya Center. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images / Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

LeBron James has been the talk of the NBA offseason over the last couple of weeks. As his situation with the Los Angeles Lakers continues to develop, things have gotten very strange between the two parties.