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It is very possible that the Lakers will inquire about a possible trade during the NBA season. It’s difficult to know who exactly will be sacrificed, but two players seem untouchable on the market according to an insider.
Barring a huge surprise, it is clear that the Lakers will potentially want a trade this season to improve the quality of their squad NBA. That doesn’t mean that Rob Pelinka will succeed, but he should make some calls to try to find a solution. As a bonus, the California franchise has players to trade.
On paper, people like Austin Reaves, Max Christie or even Dalton Knecht are exchangeable if a good counterpart presents itself. It’s unlikely, but we can’t rule out any scenario during the season, especially if franchises are ready to do anything to strengthen themselves. However, negotiate with Lakers will not be easy.
An improbable trade for the Lakers?
Because if the Angelinos are not against a trade, they will ask for a lot in return from the outset, regardless of the player according to insider Jovan Buha. In his latest show where he answers questions from supporters, Buha mentioned a hypothetical trade for Christie or Knecht. It remains possible, but unlikely.
Jovan Buha : “It’s interesting. If I’m the Lakers and I’m in the top 4 in the Western Conference, I don’t think I’ll shake up my roster. It would have to be obvious to agree to trade one of these two players. But when we see how the Lakers estimate Christie and Austin Reaves in recent years, especially during the Kyrie Irving situation in 2023, let’s remember that they did not want to place one of the two to have the leader. »
“It would take a big deal to get Austin back, and I think the same thing can be said about Max and Dalton Knecht. (But) I’m not necessarily saying it’s going to take an All-Star player in return. »
A trade therefore remains entirely possible, but the Angelinos will wait for big players in return to agree to exchange one of the two elements. A little surprise for Christie, even if the back extended during the summer. The leaders are counting on him to have a great season, while Knecht could become a real shooter in the NBA. To give an example, Buha notably cited Michael Porter Jr to attract the interest of the Lakers.
A trade for the Lakers? It remains possible for the organization, but Rob Pelinka is far from unanimous with his management at the moment. Enough to annoy fans, who were expecting a better squad for this season.
