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- Dejounte Murray traded from Atlanta Hawks to New Orleans Pelicans.
- Lakers miss out on Murray, had declined to offer Austin Reaves in a deal.
- Hawks may be entering a rebuild, signaling other players could be available.
- Bronny James drafted by Lakers, receiving congratulations from NBA players.
NBA Offseason Shakeup: Murray to Pelicans, Lakers Eye Future Moves
As the NBA offseason heats up, the Los Angeles Lakers and other teams are making strategic moves to bolster their rosters for the 2024-25 season. With the pressure to win mounting, the Lakers have been actively scouting for potential trades.
One of the most talked-about players, Dejounte Murray of the Atlanta Hawks, has been the center of trade discussions. Murray, known for his two-way guard play, has been highly sought after due to his skill set and contract. In a significant move, the Hawks have agreed to trade Murray to the New Orleans Pelicans in exchange for Larry Nance Jr., Dyson Daniels, and two first-round picks.
The Lakers had shown interest in Murray but were unwilling to trade Austin Reaves, a player highly valued by the team and head coach JJ Redick. This decision ultimately took them out of the running for Murray. The trade indicates that the Hawks are possibly gearing up for a rebuild, which could mean more players, including star guard Trae Young, might be on the trading block.
In other Lakers news, the team made history by drafting Bronny James, son of NBA superstar LeBron James, with the 55th pick in the 2024 NBA Draft. His selection was met with support from players like Austin Reaves and the newly-traded Dejounte Murray.
