The challenge for the Lakers, however, will be acquiring Claxton at the right price. The Nets signed him to a four-year, $97 million deal in the offseason, and while he hasn’t been at his peak level this season, his contract is descending, making him a potentially valuable long-term asset.

If the Los Angeles Lakers aren't interested in adding a reliable point guard before the Feb. 6 trade deadline, they should at least pursue a viable low-post partner for Anthony Davis. Landing a former Boston Celtics center who carved out a respectable role with the franchise could help strengthen their frontcourt.

The Los Angeles Lakers should not listen to Anthony Davis' suggestion that the team needs to add a starting center.