4 Biggest Issues L.A. Lakers Must Address at the Trade Deadline

More than halfway through the regular season, the Los Angeles Lakers continue to slog along in last place in the Western Conference. Their priorities are both to celebrate Kobe Bryant’s farewell tour and develop the skill sets of rookies and second-year players.

But there’s also the trade deadline to consider.

It’s unlikely that the front office will try to improve the team’s immediate fortunes. After all, extra wins at this point would only jeopardize L.A.’s chances to retain its top-three-protected draft pick come June.
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