BOMBSHELL RUMOR: Lakers' Shocking Decision Will Change the Course of the Season

With the NBA trade deadline looming, the Los Angeles Lakers are expected to be active players in the market as they look to bolster their roster and make a deep playoff run.

However, if the latest rumors are to be believed, it appears that the Lakers may not be targeting some of the biggest names who could be available on the market.

According to a report by ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Lakers are not expected to "heavily" pursue Jimmy Butler, Brandon Ingram, or Zach LaVine, all of whom have been linked to the team in recent weeks.

This news may come as a shock to many Lakers fans, who had been hoping that the team would make a big splash and bring in a marquee player to pair alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis.

Butler, in particular, had been seen as a potential target for the Lakers, given his past success playing alongside James in Miami. However, it appears that the team may not be willing to give up the assets necessary to land the star forward.

Ingram, meanwhile, has been on a tear this season, averaging over 20 points per game for the New Orleans Pelicans. However, his high salary and the Pelicans' reported reluctance to deal him may have scared off the Lakers.

LaVine, who has been linked to the Lakers in the past, may still be an option, but it appears that the team may not be willing to give up the assets necessary to land him.

So, what does this mean for the Lakers? Well, it appears that the team may be looking to go after less flashy targets in an effort to shore up their depth and build a more well-rounded roster.

With the Lakers sitting at 5th place in the Western Conference, they still have a good chance of making a deep playoff run, even without adding a marquee player. And by not giving up too many assets to land a big name, they may be able to avoid sacrificing their long-term future for short-term gains.

Of course, this is all just speculation at this point, and the Lakers could still make a move for one of these players if the right deal comes along. But for now, it appears that they are taking a more measured approach to the trade market.