Newly acquired forward Dorian Finney-Smith wasted no time soaking in the atmosphere of championship contention after being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers from the Brooklyn Nets. Speaking to reporters, per ESPN's Dave McMenamin, Finney-Smith candidly compared the two franchises, highlighting the stark contrast in their aspirations.

"The Lakers land a versatile, 3-and-D addition with Dorian Finney-Smith, who is shooting a career-high 44% from 3-point land. L.A. also creates salary and luxury tax flexibility, saving $15 million. Nets receive draft capital and clean salaries in return."

The Los Angeles Lakers got a solid role player when they traded D'Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets in return for Dorian Finney-Smith. Finney-Smith

The Los Angeles Lakers have acquired via trade forward Dorian Finney-Smith and guard Shake Milton from the Brooklyn Nets. In return, the Lakers sent guard D’Angelo Russell, forward Maxwell Lewis and three future second round draft picks to the Nets.

The Los Angeles Lakers made an impactful trade on Sunday, acquiring Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton from the Brooklyn Nets.  This trade should make the Lak

Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith is excited to play with the big brothers of a city after coming from the Brooklyn Nets.

On Sunday morning, per ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Brooklyn Nets agreed on a deal to send forward Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton to the Los Angeles Lakers

New Los Angeles Lakers wing Dorian Finney-Smith expressed his excitement to play meaningful basketball after being traded.

With the trade deadline fast approaching, the Los Angeles Lakers are looking to improve their team. And it appears Rui Hachimura is not as untouchable as once thought.

The Los Angeles Lakers are at a critical juncture in their season. After a promising start, they’ve encountered difficulties maintaining consistency, leading

The Lakers have traded guard D'Angelo Russell to the Nets for forward Dorian Finney-Smith and guard Shake Milton.