NBA insider: Lakers are still exploring trades before start of season
There is still the possibility that the Lakers make a small trade in the coming days.
The Los Angeles Lakers are still considering trades before the start of the NBA regular season next week, according to NBA insider Jake Fischer. Currently, the Lakers have 16 players signed to standard contracts, and they need to get down to 15. A consolidation trade, sending out two players for one, could solve this issue. However, it is unclear if the Lakers can obtain anything of value for players like Dalton Knecht, Jaden Hardy, or Bronny James, who are candidates for trade or release.
The Clippers' waiver of Cam Christie leaves the Lakers, Charlotte, Milwaukee, and Memphis as potential candidates for trades. The Bucks, Lakers, and Grizzlies are all exploring trades. If the Lakers do make a trade, it is likely to be a minor one, possibly acquiring a backup center who can contribute on defense and rebounding. A significant difference-maker would likely have to wait until the winter trade deadline in February 2027.
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