Like many NBA teams, the Los Angeles Lakers are facing a quandary as the NBA trade deadline approaches. Should general manager Rob Pelinka be aggressive in the hopes that he can put together a team that can compete for a championship? Or does he protect future assets by taking a conservative approach? Are there any alternative options?

NBA trade deadline. Here are the latest rumors from around the Association. There will be no blockbuster in Hollywood this February. While the Lakers are still active in the trade market, they are much more likely to make a small move on the edge of the roster than anything earth-shaking,

The Lakers overwhelmed the Celtics right from tipoff, draining 3-pointers while the visitors never looked comfortable offensively. While Los Angeles has endured its ups and downs, the Lakers clearly played the better game Thursday over the Celtics.