The following are the questions and answers related to the Los Angeles Lakers asked during today’s chat on ESPN.com with Chad Ford.

JSJ: Chad, with Odom’s struggles and the LAKERS hole at their starting SF spot, is there a chance we see them move Lamar (& his expiring contract) for a better fit at the 3 spot like Gerald Wallace, Mike Miller, or Tayshaun Prince? The LAKERS need a better defensive presence to go up against the Pierces & Artests of the league and would still have Powell & Radmanovic coming off the bench in the front court.

Chad Ford: They could have Gerald Wallace in a heartbeat. Probably ditto for Mike Miller who’s unhappy in Minnesota. Shawn Marion is still another legit option. Personally, I think Laker fans are panicking a bit. They are the best team in the West, even with this mini-slump

Phil (LA): “Personally, I think Laker fans are panicking a bit.” Have you SEEN the Lakers play lately? They’re not even remotely close to the team they were to start the season. What the hell happened?

Chad Ford: It’s a long season. They’ll be fine.

Unfortunately, thats all there is for today’s chat, but I have an article for tomorrow regarding the status of Lamar Odom. I’ve got some interesting trade proposals for him as well!