Adrian Wojnarowski on Sportscenter: "I think one focus for the Lakers will be the point-guard position. They can get involved with DLo. That's going to be a focus for the Lakers. I'm told that Russell will have an open mind to returning to LA."

Charania The Los Angeles Lakers are canvassing the marketplace for a center and are expected to make a move in the next 24-48 hours

Kevin Durant and Stephen Curry are the only players to have scored 45 points on 85 true shooting this season

Wojnarowski Patrick Beverley is eager to join the Lakers and was thrilled when he learned of the impending deal

In 1998 19 year old sophomore Kobe Bryant was selected as a starter for that years all star game However he was also the Lakers 6th man Even funnier despite being the only all star starter as 6th man he did not win 6th man of the year that season