The biggest additions for the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason have been signing Marcus Smart , Jake LaRavia and Deandre Ayton , but the most important thing the Lakers did this summer was get Luka Dončić to sign a three-year, $165 million contract extension to keep him in L.A. through at least the 2027-28 season (with a player option for 2028-29).

By securing Dončić's commitment prior to his departure for EuroBasket, the Lakers could feel more comfortable planning for how to upgrade the roster further, knowing they aren't at risk of losing Dončić in the near future. As they scan the league for potential targets, Marc Stein reports Miami's Andrew Wiggins is a player that would likely interest the Lakers if the Heat opted to make him available for a trade.

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