With their need for a center and two superstars on different timelines, the Lakers are getting lots of attention — and understandably so.

"Free agent center Clint Capela has agreed to a three-year, $21.5 million deal with the Houston Rockets, sources tell ESPN," Shams Charania of ESPN reported via X. "Major front-court addition -- and return to Houston for Capela."

According to NBA insider Jake Fischer, rival teams are expecting to see the Lakers pursue Lopez when free agency opens. Even if Los Angeles does not sign him, there is a very good chance that he will sign somewhere other than with the Milwaukee Bucks, where he has played the last seven years.

Julian Reese, a former Maryland Terrapin and Saint Frances Academy star, has signed with the Los Angeles Lakers for the 2025 NBA Summer League. The 6-9 forward is one of several Baltimore-area players aiming to earn a training camp invite.

Angel Reese's brother, Julian Reese, took a step towards becoming a professional basketball player earlier this week when he signed a Summer League contract with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Former Maryland forward Julian Reese joined the Los Angeles Lakers as an undrafted free agent, earning congratulations from his sister, Angel Reese, after stellar college basketball career.