The Los Angeles Lakers' need for an upgrade at the center spot is both obvious and pressing. It's just not one they can afford to overspend on

The Los Angeles Lakers have been cropping up all over the NBA trade rumors as they attempt to shore up their team beyond LeBron James and Anthony Davis to ensure a positive push into the playoffs. The Washington Wizards center Jonas Valanciunas has been one of the biggest targets for the Lakers.

The Los Angeles Lakers may have struck out on signing then-New Orleans Pelicans center Jonas Valanciunas in free agency this summer, but apparently they're still pining for the 6-foot-11 big man as a potential trade target.

A new report reveals what the Los Angeles Lakers will likely dangle in a potential trade for center Jonas Valanciunas.

Jonas Valanciunas was a target for the Los Angeles Lakers this past offseason, and HoopsHype's Michael Scotto reports the team is still very much interested in acquiring him. Scotto believes the Lakers will look to land Valanciunas by offering Gabe Vincent and multiple second-round picks to the Washington Wizards.