The Los Angeles Lakers could add a former Oklahoma City Thunder star guard this offseason in hopes he'll act as a perfect complement to LeBron James and Luka Doncic.

Last year, Doncic and the Dallas Mavericks sent the Thunder home in the second round of the playoffs, although the Mavericks used a well-rounded defensive approach to slow down the Thunder, which is something the Lakers might not have, especially after getting rid of Anthony Davis .

The Lakers have emerged as one of the league’s most improved teams — not just because of their roster overhaul but due to their consistent execution on the court. Projected as

The Los Angeles Lakers ... what make the Lakers a matchup problem for the Thunder a year ago was the rim protection from Anthony Davis to force Oklahoma City to settle for jump shots.

The NFL Hall of Famer has Laker-fever. Or maybe it’s Luka-fever. It’s probably both, but either way, Shannon Sharpe is just about ready to hand LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers

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It built my belief in what we can accomplish." JJ Redick following the Lakers' win over the Nuggets Saturday night 🔥 (via @Lakers ) The Lakers outscored the Nuggets 60-46 in the second half. Led by four of five Lakers starters scoring 21+ points,

With Luka Doncic leading the Lakers and Anthony Edwards fueling the Timberwolves, this game is set to be a high-octane battle. Whether you’re watching from Los Angeles, London, Sydney, or Seoul, don’t miss the opportunity to witness the game live.

The Slovenian has averaged 19 points, 7.5 rebounds and 5.8 assists in a Lakers uniform. Read more at straitstimes.com.