LeBron James, Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves could use some extra support in the scoring column. All three players averaged over 20 points per game last season, but only one other player who finished the season on the roster had a scoring average in double figures.

The Lakers helped address a need to increase their athleticism at the wing by acquiring Arkansas' Adou Thiero, the No. 36 overall pick of the NBA draft.

Lakers Trade Up To Pick Adou Thiero

Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves declined a max extension this week that would have paid him $89.2 million over the next four seasons, The Athletic reported Thursday. Reaves, 27, is heading into the third season of a four-year,

Los Angeles Lakers star guard Austin Reaves has reportedly come to a decision on his upcoming contract extension.