As has become the norm in recent NBA offseasons, most of the moves for 2025's free agency-period were reported the first couple days after negotiations were allowed to start.

Once criticized for a poor offseason, the Lakers have quietly retooled their roster with smart, strategic moves - headlined by the acquisition of Marcus Smart, a defensive anchor who fills a major void.

Jake LaRavia, Deandre Ayton, and Marcus Smart headline Lakers’ calculated but impactful 2025 free agency class.

A top trade candidate this offseason came off the board on Saturday when the Los Angeles Lakers agreed to sign former Defensive Player of the Year Marcus Smart to a two-year, $11 million deal following his buyout by the Washington Wizards,

The Los Angeles Lakers' offseason has been a rollercoaster thus far. Amid the flurry of recent offseason moves and rumors, NBA insider Jake Weinbach sparked trade speculation around Lakers guard Austin Reaves in light of the team's approach towards roster construction.

The Nuggets and Rockets have improved their rosters in free agency while the Lakers and Bucks have made head-scratching moves.

Breaking down the biggest players in an early free agent period that will shape the coming NBA season and beyond.

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