Lakers beat writer Dan Woike says the team isn't interested in two-way wing Andrew Wiggins, a player it has been linked to lately.

Jan 25, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (right) handles the ball against Golden State Warriors forward Andrew Wiggins (22) during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images / Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

After filling their void at center with former No. 1 pick Deandre Ayton, the next order of 2025 NBA offseason business for the Los Angeles Lakers should be beefing up their perimeter defense.

Andrew Wiggins is set to begin the 2025-26 season with the Miami Heat, despite earlier trade rumors. The Heat's front office wants to evaluate the current roster before considering any trades involving Wiggins,

Even though the Los Angeles Lakers made bold offseason moves to assemble a competitive roster around players LeBron James and Luka Doncic, their pursuit of Andrew Wiggins seems less and less feasible.

It seems like Andrew Wiggins being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason is a long shot. Lakers insider Jovan Buha said Monday during a question-and-answer session, "I don't know if Wiggins at this point is looking realistic" given what the Miami Heat are asking for in return.

The Los Angeles Lakers are “not interested” in trading for Miami Heat forward Andrew Wiggins, according to NBA reporter Dan Woike of The Athletic.  There

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The Los Angeles Lakers continue to look for ways to improve their roster this offseason following the addition of DeAndre Ayton at center, and their next target appears to be Andrew Wiggins of the Miami Heat.