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Hawks finalize deal for Lu Dort, Lakers miss opportunity

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 4:32 PM

Last updated Jul 22, 2026

Hawks finalize deal for Lu Dort, Lakers miss opportunity

Summary

The Atlanta Hawks have secured NBA champion Lu Dort from the Oklahoma City Thunder in a three-team trade also involving the Dallas Mavericks. The Los Angeles Lakers, active in the market for a defensive wing, expressed interest in Dort but fell short in trade negotiations. This offseason, the Lakers are focusing on building around players Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, with Jonathan Kuminga emerging as a top target. The deal allows Oklahoma City to acquire multiple second-round picks while adjusting their roster amid significant financial changes. Missing out on Dort is highlighted as a setback for the Lakers during their off-season adjustments.

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What We Know

•Atlanta trades for Lu Dort as part of a three-team deal.
•Los Angeles Lakers showed interest but couldn't secure Dort.
•Oklahoma City acquires three second-round picks in the trade.
•Lakers are focused on building around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
•Jonathan Kuminga is a primary target for the Lakers this summer.

Latest Updates

4:32 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers reportedly outbid by Hawks for $82M ex-Thunder NBA champion defensive menace

What they're saying

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The Los Angeles Lakers were interested in working a deal for a much-needed defensive wing. However, it was the Atlanta Hawks that got a deal done before them.
— Yahoo Sports

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