Jarred Vanderbilt gives Lakers defensive versatility

Lakers’ margin for error widens with Jarred Vanderbilt’s return, role players stepping up
The Lakers’ 118-108 win over the Warriors moved them seven games above .500 for the first time this season, with key contributions from Jarred Vanderbilt and an improving Gabe Vincent.
Lakers' Jarred Vanderbilt: Makes defensive impact in debut
Vanderbilt (feet) recorded two points (1-2 FG, 0-1 3Pt), four rebounds, three steals and two assists across 12 minutes Saturday in the Lakers' 118-108 win over the Warriors. Vanderbilt was cleared to make his season debut Saturday,
Jarred Vanderbilt gives Lakers defensive versatility as they weigh options ahead of trade deadline
In his season debut, Vanderbilt shows he can ease the defensive burden on Anthony Davis, Dorian Finney-Smith, Max Christie and even LeBron.
Lakers’ Jarred Vanderbilt makes long-awaited return against Warriors
Saturday’s game was the forward’s first since he sprained his right midfoot in a game in Boston nearly 12 months ago, which eventually led to surgery.
Jarred Vanderbilt provides Lakers with much-needed boost in win over Warriors
Jarred Vanderbilt makes a small, but important impact in his season debut as the Lakers also benefit from a big game from Anthony Davis to defeat the Warriors.
Lakers’ Anthony Davis reacts to Jarred Vanderbilt’s first game in a year
On Saturday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers continued their winning ways with a relatively easy road win over the Golden State Warriors in a nationally televised contest. The win gave the Lakers a 2-0

Lakers Could Land $29M

Massive Trade Proposal Sees Lakers Boost Frontcourt and Backcourt Depth
The Los Angeles Lakers bolster their roster by grabbing two young and promising players in this hypothetical trade.
Lakers Rumors: 'Little Sign of Aggression' Being Shown in Trade Talks at NBA Deadline
Despite some pressure from LeBron James and Anthony Davis to make moves that will improve the roster prior to the trade ...
This mock trade gives the Lakers an outstanding center next to Anthony Davis
This mock trade would give the Lakers not only a serviceable starting center next to Anthony Davis, but one who could be a ...
Lakers reinforce on-court standard while Anthony Davis makes desires known
Davis believes they are just a couple of players away from being title contenders, and he hopes the front office can add a ...
Lakers' Anthony Davis: 'I Think We Need Another Big' at 2025 NBA Trade Deadline
The Los Angeles Lakers secured their best win of the season on Thursday night over the Boston Celtics, but Anthony Davis is ...
Lakers Injury Report: Two Crucial Players Listed as Questionable For Game vs Hornets
The Los Angeles Lakers could be without two of their key depth pieces for Monday's matchup against the Charlotte Hornets. The ...
Dorian Finney-Smith vocal on Lakers defense amid minutes restriction update
Lakers head coach JJ Redick recently mentioned that Dorian Finney-Smith was on a minutes restriction due to an ankle injury ...
Lakers Land Rising Center, Former Lottery Pick in Proposed Trade
The Los Angeles Lakers continue their pursuit of Walker Kessler. Learn about the potential trade package and the challenges ...