The Los Angeles Lakers' reported interest in Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vučević and Washington Wizards center Jonas Valančiūnas may be waning, according

Buckley envisioned the Knicks sending a package of Robinson and two second-round picks to the Wizards for the 32-year-old Valančiūnas. More NBA: Ranking Top 10 NBA Wings of all time: What’s wrong with this list?

Find out why the Los Angeles Lakers are interested in Jonas Valančiūnas and the obstacles they face in acquiring him.

The Los Angeles Lakers remain out on three of the best centers available on the NBA trade market despite star Anthony Davis expressing his hope for the

"Alternatively, the Knicks could swap center Mitchell Robinson for Valančiūnas if they don't believe in Robinson's ability to stay healthy for a playoff run -- a move that would also reduce their luxury tax bill," wrote ESPN's Kevin Pelton on Monday morning.

Scottie Barnes scored 24 points and the Toronto Raptors beat NBA-worst Washington 106-82 on Wednesday night for their fifth straight victory and the Wizards’ 15th loss in a row.

The Washington Wizards are expected to be making moves soon with the trade deadline approaching in the next two weeks. There aren't any 'slam dunks' to be trade

Washington would get a legitimate building block in Porter Jr. to pair with guard Jordan Poole. The Wizards have been at the bottom of the NBA standings all year but adding Porter Jr. could give them hope for the future.

Ware has surged to the top of the rookie class, showcasing his ability to dominate alongside Bam Adebayo. With Jimmy Butler suspended indefinitely, the Heat inserted Ware into the starting lineup and it looks like that'll hold for the foreseeable future.

With the trade deadline approaching, the Lakers have reportedly shifted their focus to Myles Turner as they look to bolster their frontcourt. Will they finally make the move, or will Turner remain the trade rumor that never happens?

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With Anthony Davis sidelined due to an abdominal strain, the Lakers are left scrambling to fill the void in their frontcourt.