The Los Angeles Lakers are facing uncertainty as they prepare for the upcoming season, having missed the playoffs in 2022 and experienced inconsistency since their 2020 championship win. With aging stars in LeBron James and Anthony Davis, the Lakers need to establish a clear direction moving forward, particularly as trade rumors swirl around potential targets like Jerami Grant of the Portland Trail Blazers. However, analysts view the Lakers as the 'worst landing spot' for Grant, suggesting that utilizing their limited trade assets on him may not be wise given Rui Hachimura’s younger age and efficiency. While Grant has strong scoring and defensive abilities, questions remain about his willingness to play a lesser role in Los Angeles. Additionally, the Lakers have shown interest in young guard Darius Garland, but any potential trade would require overcoming significant salary matching challenges. Overall, the Lakers' offseason has left fans with little hope unless significant moves are made soon.