Lakers remain hesitant to put future first-round picks at stake, despite concerns expressed by LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

Anthony Davis, in an interview, revealed that the Los Angeles Lakers were going through a transitional phase, preparing for a future without LeBron James in the NBA. Los Angeles Lakers are enjoying a strong season,

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James has suggested the team's current roster is not good enough to compete for an NBA championship. Telling reporters after Sunday's loss to the LA Clippers that his team must play perfect in order to win, James had many fans convinced his comments were directed at the Lakers' front office.