Lakers consider reacquiring Mavericks guard as training camp starts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 1, 2026, 6:16 PM
Last updated Oct 1, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers' training camp is underway as speculation arises about a potential reunion with a 23-year-old Dallas Mavericks guard, who is also an NBA Cup champion. Insider Jovan Buha suggested that the Lakers could trade Max Christie to acquire the guard. Christie had productive seasons with the Lakers and has continued to develop his skills in Dallas, averaging over 12 points per game last season. The Lakers' roster appears incomplete, prompting discussions about bolstering their wing position as the season approaches.
- •Lakers' training camp officially begins.
- •Speculation about trading for a Mavericks guard surfaces.
- •Max Christie, a former Laker, could be included in the trade.
- •Christie averaged 12.3 points with Dallas last season.
- •Lakers aim to improve wing depth for the upcoming season.
- 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers linked to reunion trade for $32 million Mavericks guard, NBA cup champion
"A Los Angeles Lakers insider floated the idea of the franchise bringing back a 23-year-old wing for another stint.
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