Lakers consider trade for Jalen Suggs to bolster defense alongside Luka Doncic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 3, 2026, 6:42 AM
Last updated Nov 3, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring a potential trade for Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs. This move aims to enhance the team's defense, having finished 20th in defensive rating last season. The Lakers have recently focused on building around Luka Doncic and improving their roster with young, athletic defenders. Suggs, currently on a $150 million deal, could strengthen the second unit and provide much-needed on-ball pressure. The Lakers view the addition of Suggs as a way to align with their championship aspirations during Doncic's tenure.
- •Lakers finished 20th in defensive rating last season.
- •Suggs is seen as a fit for the Lakers' current roster.
- •Trade for Suggs could make Doncic happier on the court.
- •Lakers prioritize building around Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves.
- •Suggs' injury history raises concerns for the Magic as they consider trades.
- 6:42 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers predicted to trade for $150M high-intensity defensive menace to pair with Luka Doncic
"The Los Angeles Lakers are slowly becoming a tough team to beat. They could get even tougher by getting this defensive pest in a potential deal.
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