The team added Luka Doncic, Mark Williams, Dorian Finney-Smith and three other players over the past six weeks, deals that appear to have short- and long-term benefits.

NBA trade deadline has passed and one thing is certain: the Lakers came out on top. The Lakers pulled off one of the most jaw-dropping moves in recent memory by acquiring Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks.

The Lakers follow up their trade for Luka Dončić by adding talented young center Mark Williams from the Hornets.

Dalton Knecht has been traded hours before the trade deadline. A former Tennessee Volunteers basketball star is on the move after spending less than one season

The Los Angeles Lakers have made yet another trade as we approach Thursday's deadline. More news: NBA Star Anthony Edwards Wants Front Row Tickets to Lakers-Mavericks Game The Lakers have landed center Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Dalton Knecht,

James has a season-high 42 points, but the Lakers squander most of a 26-point lead before hanging on for a 120-112 victory, their 10th win in the past 12 games. Curry scores 37.

LeBron James had 42 points and 17 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers blew most of a 26-point lead before hanging on to beat the Golden State Warriors 120-112.

LeBron James had 42 points and 17 rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers blew most of a 26-point lead before hanging on to beat the Golden State Warriors 120-112.