The Los Angeles Lakers are staying put this offseason, dismissing rumors of pursuing Andrew Wiggins and focusing on internal growth. Despite LeBron James attracting interest from multiple teams like the Cavaliers,

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.

Wiggins, who was the Heat’s return package in exchange for Jimmy Butler, is coming off a 2024-25 campaign in which he averaged 18.0 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 2.6 assists, shooting 44.8% from the field and 37.4% from three-point range between his stints with Golden State and Miami.

The LA Lakers have been heavily linked with Andrew Wiggins over the past few weeks. However, no deal has materialized.

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.

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,