Former No. 1 overall pick Markelle Fultz reportedly targeted by Lakers GM Rob Pelinka (Image credit: Imagn)
The LA Lakers are searching for answers after losing seven of their last 10 games. With LeBron James struggling to find his rhythm and the team sitting in eighth place in a competitive Western Conference, the team is exploring a number of options leading up to February's trade deadline.
In addition to working on a potential trade with the Washington Wizards for Jonas Valenciunas, Lakers General Manager Rob Pelinka is also reportedly interested in former No. 1 pick Markelle Fultz.
While the team is preparing for Valenciunas to become trade-eligible on Dec. 15, Fultz has remained a free agent. Fultz's numbers from the 2023-24 season with the Orlando Magic showed a drop compared to the season before. ClutchPoints' Anthony Irwin reported that internal conversations are being had:
