The Lakers already have more points against the Wizards than they managed in total against the 76ers last Tuesday. After three quarters the Lakers' offense has really been able to impose its will, dominating the Wizards 115-75.

The Los Angeles Lakers head to Capital One Arena to face the Washington Wizards in a non-conference matchup. The Lakers are 26-19, which puts the team in fifth place in the Western Conference. The Wizards are 6-39, which puts the team in last place in the Eastern Conference.

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But the big trade for this season — you know the one I’m talking about — was a signal that the Lakers, and the NBA, are preparing and beginning to move on from him. Just not in the way you might think.

Milwaukee trade, AJ Johnson joins the rebuilding Wizards as their fourth first-round selection from the 2024 NBA draft.