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Knicks proposed to trade Josh Hart to Lakers amid roster changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 3:16 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Knicks proposed to trade Josh Hart to Lakers amid roster changes

Summary

The New York Knicks are part of a hypothetical trade proposal sending Josh Hart to the Los Angeles Lakers. As the Lakers look to enhance their roster, Hart would fill a critical wing position, especially following missed opportunities with other targets. In the proposed four-team trade, the Lakers would also receive a future second round pick while sending out three players. Hart, an impactful utility player, averaged 12.0 points and 7.4 rebounds last season, contributing to the Knicks' recent success. The trade reflects the Lakers’ effort to bolster their lineup ahead of the upcoming season.

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•Knicks propose Josh Hart trade to Lakers for PJ Washington
•Lakers seek to strengthen wing position after missing other targets
•Hart averaged 12.0 points and 7.4 rebounds last season
•Proposal includes multiple players and future picks exchanged
•Lakers aim to improve roster before the next season begins

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3:16 PMYahoo Sports — Knicks Proposed to Trade Josh Hart to Lakers for $90M Elite Two-Way Forward

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The Los Angeles Lakers have missed out on a couple of high-upside wing targets in the past week, most notably Peyton Watson and more recently Jonathan Kuminga, who reportedly agreed to a deal to join the Minnesota Timberwolves. However, the door is not yet shut on adding a high-impact athletic wing capable of stretching the […] The post Knicks Proposed to Trade Josh Hart to Lakers for $90M Elite Two-Way Forward appeared first on HEAVY.
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