Coach JJ Redick used Gabe Vincent, Dalton Knecht, Dorian Finney-Smith, Jarred Vanderbilt and Alex Len as reserves against Charlotte and said they will continue to tinker with small-ball lineups.

Dallas Mavericks guard Spencer Dinwiddie, right, looks for an open teammate while defended by Los Angeles Lakers guards Gabe Vincent, left, and Luka Doncic during the second half of an

Los Angeles Lakers guard Gabe Vincent discussed being named the Vice President of the NBPA Executive Committee.

Good to go against Charlotte

The Los Angeles Lakers could make a run at landing a proven defensive star via trade with the Washington Wizards.

Luka Dončić is already winning over Los Angeles Lakers fans. Part of a new culture post-blockbuster trade, the young talent is ready to make his mark alongside LeBron James. Struggling to put points on the board against the Dallas Mavericks and the Minnesota Timberwolves,

Lakers reserves Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent have found inspiration in each other amid their injury recovery.

With Doncic leading the way, the depleted Los Angeles Lakers beat the Los Angeles Clippers, 108-102, on Sunday at Crypto.com Arena. They notched their sixth straight win and climbed to No. 2 in the Western Conference with a 38-21 record.

After back-to-back wins over the Clippers, they have won six straight and 18 of their last 24, sitting at 38-21.

The Los Angeles Lakers may opt to land a talented forward via trade from the San Antonio Spurs this offseason.