A new trade rumor claims the Los Angeles Lakers had recent trade discussions about a three-point ace who could be electric if they played in Crypto.com Arena.
This time last year, the LA Lakers pulled off one of the most stunning trades in NBA history when they were able to persuade the Dallas Mavericks that Anthony Davis and a first-round pick were enough to get young superstar Luka Doncic.
However, as we get closer to Thursday’s NBA trade deadline, the LA Lakers have been linked to smaller moves to improve their defense and reserve unit. While it is far less exciting, the team could make a meaningful move before 3:00 PM ET tomorrow.
LA Lakers checked in about Donte DiVincenzo trade
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According to Clutch Points NBA insider Brett Siegel, the organization had recent trade conversations about an impact player who would immediately become a fan favorite if he landed in Los Angeles. And that athlete is Minnesota Timberwolves sixth-man Donte DiVincenzo.
The talented three-point shooter and offensive energizer would be an interesting addition to the LA Lakers starting five, or their bench if he were acquired. He has a 38% career average from the arc and brings a grit that the team could certainly use. It is why he quickly became a fan-favorite during his one season with the New York Knicks.
However, Siegel added that talks didn’t go far because the Timberwolves still hope to include the guard in a potential trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo. Furthermore, the LA Lakers allegedly lacked the trade chips Minnesota wants to include in an Antetokounmpo trade outside of their first-round pick in 2031.
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