Analysts project potential trade between Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers

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Last updated Sep 4, 2026

Analysts project potential trade between Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers
Summary

Speculation has emerged regarding a hypothetical trade involving the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers centered on Luka Doncic. While Luka Doncic is currently preparing for the upcoming season with the Lakers, analysts suggest that Denver could pursue the player should the situation in Los Angeles deteriorate. The potential pairing of Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic has drawn attention due to their established friendship and shared European background. Observers note that Luka Doncic lacks a long-term contract extension, leaving his future status open to interpretation by league observers. Although no formal trade discussions exist, the idea of integrating two prominent talents remains a topic of conversation among league analysts. For now, the focus remains on the current rosters of both organizations as they prepare for the season.

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  • Analysts suggest a trade could move Luka Doncic from the Lakers to the Nuggets.
  • Luka Doncic and Nikola Jokic share a reported friendship and professional rapport.
  • The Lakers are currently without a long-term contract extension for Luka Doncic.
  • Luka Doncic is participating in training camp with the Lakers in Slovenia.
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  • 7:19 PMYahoo SportsNuggets predicted to trade for $198M Lakers' generational 6x All-Star to pair with Nikola Jokic
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The Denver Nuggets would be one of the scariest basketball teams in the league if this trade went through. In this proposed deal, the Nuggets get a future Hall of Famer to put alongside Jokic.

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