James also called out big man Jaxson Hayes, who has held the keys to the Lakers' frontcourt since the departure of Anthony Davis. “I gotta give a big shoutout and credit to Jaxson Hayes.

According to The Athletic, Hayes could command $5.2 million in the open market if he were to test free agency. That's not a massive amount of money, so he might consider returning to LA.

Los Angeles Lakers Could Bring Back Jaxson Hayes On A Team Friendly Deal originally appeared on Fadeaway World.

L.A. dealt away 10-time All-Star center/power forward Anthony Davis (plus 3-and-D swingman Max Christie and a future 2029 first-round draft pick) in order to obtain Doncic in the first place.

Lakers center Jaxson Hayes saw his role increase following the midseason trade of All-Star big man Anthony Davis last season, but his minutes diminished again late in the season and into the playoffs.

As a result of former North Carolina star Drake Powell being the No. 22 overall pick made by the Atlanta Hawks for the ...

I t was quite the season for Jaxson Hayes in purple and gold. After a pretty rocky first year in Los Angeles, Hayes went from backup big man to Anthony Davis to starting center alongside Luka ...

Lakers Urged to Strike Trade for New $61 Million Starter originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Los Angeles Lakers are eyeing Atlanta Hawks' Onyeka Okongwu. This follows the acquisition of Kristaps Porzingis by the Hawks.