The Lakers have a fairly long list of players they're considering as trade targets over the next several weeks.

The Los Angeles Lakers have been involved in several different NBA trade rumors already this season. Wanting to build a contender around LeBron James and Anthon

“Other names that have come up in talks with team and league personnel over the past few weeks include Utah’s Walker Kessler and Collin Sexton, Toronto’s Bruce Brown Jr., Portland’s Jerami Grant and Robert Williams III and Washington’s Kyle Kuzma,” reported Buha.

Despite some rumors and the wishes of some fans, the Lakers likely won't be going after three stars who are rumored to be available via trade.

The Los Angeles Lakers are face-to-face with a difficult reality of the NBA trade market: you have to give a lot to get a lot.