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According to ClutchPoints’ Brett Siegel, the Luka Doncic-led Lakers could be in trouble if they’re unable to strike a deal with one of their top trade targets. “With less than one week until the trade deadline, De'Andre Hunter and Keon Ellis have been intertwined in trade talks between the (Cleveland) Cavs, (Sacramento) Kings, and Lakers.”
The Lakers’ deadline plans face new obstacles as two top trade targets emerge in rival negotiations, complicating any realistic path to a deal. The post Lakers’ Trade Hopes Take Hit as Two Targets Surface in Rival Talks appeared first on Heavy Sports.
The Los Angeles Lakers defeated the Sacramento Kings, 125-101, behind 34 points from Luka Doncic and 24 from LeBron James on Sunday, Dec. 28.
NBA trade deadline buzz sees Lakers eyeing a deal with the Kings. The proposed trade, involving Malik Monk, Keon Ellis, and Devin Carter going to LA for Dalton Knecht, Gabe Vincent, and Maxi Kleber, aims to bolster the Lakers' inconsistent bench scoring and defense.
BOTTOM LINE: Western Conference foes Sacramento and Los Angeles meet on Monday. The Kings are 1-7 against Pacific Division opponents. Sacramento is the worst team in the Western Conference averaging just 109.8 points per game.
Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers have checked in on Keon Ellis, but the Sacramento Kings want a first-round pick, a steep price given LA’s limited draft assets. The Los Angeles Lakers are doing their homework ahead of the trade deadline, and one ...
Malik Monk made seven 3-pointers and scored 26 points to help the Sacramento Kings to a 124-112 win over the Los Angeles Lakers on Monday night. DeMar DeRozan had 32 points and six assists for the Kings (10-30), who won their second straight after a seven ...
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NBA insider reveals 3 best players Lakers should acquire before the trade deadline
With the Lakers exploring the market for roster upgrades, an insider named three players who could emerge as ideal targets for the Purple and Gold before the deadline.