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- Lakers yet to make a move in NBA free agency, eyeing potential trades.
- Discussions with Trail Blazers, Nets, and Jazz hint at possible deals.
- Jerami Grant, Lauri Markkanen, and D’Angelo Russell among speculated interests.
Lakers in Trade Talks Amid Quiet Free Agency
The Los Angeles Lakers have been silent since the NBA’s free agency period began, with no new signings or deals announced.
Despite missing out on Klay Thompson, the Lakers, led by General Manager Rob Pelinka, are rumored to be in discussions with the Portland Trail Blazers for forward Jerami Grant, and with the Brooklyn Nets and Utah Jazz for other potential acquisitions. The Lakers are exploring options to strengthen their roster, with names like Lauri Markkanen, Collin Sexton, and Walker Kessler from the Jazz being considered valuable assets. The Nets have also expressed interest in a reunion with former All-Star D’Angelo Russell, which could lead to a trade involving the Lakers.
While these talks are still in the exploratory phase, the Lakers are under pressure to make strategic moves to enhance their team’s competitiveness for the upcoming season.
