The Los Angeles Lakers are trying very hard to upgrade their roster with the trade deadline approaching. They have already made a trade for Dorian Finney-Smith, but that's not enough. This trade idea would certainly be enough.

Los Angeles could dangle future draft picks to entice opposing teams. Lakers insider Jovan Buha, however, said the squad is unlikely to give up a first-round pick.

The New York Knicks took the league by storm this past offseason, landing both Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns in trades. After a successful season last year, New York didn't sit on their hands and instead decided to throw all their chips into the middle of the table.

The Los Angeles Lakers must identify priority targets before the Feb. 6 deadline. An evolving Utah Jazz duo with instant impact potential could soon land with the Lakers. "After going on a small winning streak and climbing the ranks in the Western Conference standings,

While Lakers fans are hoping for significant roster upgrades, the front office continues to be patient before the trade deadline. Even though the Lakers have shown all season that they are not good enough to compete for a championship this season,