The Los Angeles Lakers are said to be conducting due diligence on a potential trade for the Philadelphia 76ers forward.

The Los Angeles Lakers' acquisition of Luka Doncic has sparked speculation about further moves, including a potential trade for Joel Embiid from the Philadelphia 76ers. Despite no concrete talks, pairing Embiid with Doncic is generating interest.

The Charlotte Hornets have reportedly traded center Mark Williams to the Los Angeles Lakers for Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish, a 2031 unprotected first-round pick and a 2030 pick swap, per Shams Charania of ESPN.