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The Los Angeles Lakers had noteworthy plans at the trade deadline, which could offer clues about their offseason outlook.
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A to Z Sports on MSNThere's reportedly widespread belief in NBA circles that the Lakers have a specific plan for Dalton Knecht this offseasonThe Los Angeles Lakers attempted to trade former Tennessee Vols guard Dalton Knecht to the Charlotte Hornets this past season, but the deal was rescinded due to concerns over center Mark Williams' physical (Williams was the player heading from the Hornets to the Lakers in the deal).
According to Dan Woike of The Los Angeles Times, the Lakers won't trade Reaves unless they can acquire a "top-tier big." Buckley doesn't believe a star center will become available this summer, so he has Reaves returning to the purple and gold.
NBA insider links De’Anthony Melton to the Los Angeles Lakers as a potential target after his short stint with the Golden State Warriors.
But how Los Angeles got to the finish line was a wild ride. Los Angeles traded away star big man Anthony Davis in the middle of the season to land guard Luka Doncic, completely changing the identity of the roster.
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Jovan Buha suggests LeBron James might leave the Lakers or retire, citing a strained relationship with the team. This speculation arises after the Lakers' playoff exit against the Timberwolves. With Luka Doncic potentially joining the team,
NBA legend LeBron James has a player option to return to the Los Angeles Lakers next season. The forward can pick up his player option or decline it and enter unrestricted free agency. If James becomes an unrestricted free agent,
Dallas Mavericks big man Anthony Davis was seen wearing a Mavs hat at the practice facility of his old team, the Los Angeles Lakers, during Klutch Sports' Pro Day, which featured the sports agency's NBA draft prospects.