Lakers consider trade for VJ Edgecombe in three-team proposal
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 2:10 AM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring a three-team trade that could bring VJ Edgecombe from the Philadelphia 76ers, according to a recent proposal. In exchange, the Sixers would receive Bronny James, Adou Theiro, a 2027 first-round pick from the Charlotte Hornets, and a second-round pick from the Lakers. The Hornets would send Cameron Carr and Dalton Knecht to the Lakers. This trade idea arises as the Lakers aim to manage their roster following LeBron James' departure to the 76ers. Edgecombe, who averaged 16 points per game in his rookie season, may face a reduced role in Philadelphia, prompting speculation about his future.
- •Lakers propose trade involving VJ Edgecombe from Sixers
- •Sixers would receive Bronny James and picks
- •Hornets would trade Cameron Carr and Dalton Knecht
- •Edgecombe averaged 16 points per game last season
- •Lakers must trim their roster after losing LeBron James
- 2:10 AMYahoo Sports — Proposed Trade Sends VJ Edgecombe to Lakers in New 3-Team Deal for 4 Stars
"They are the Los Angeles Lakers with millions and million of starry-eyed fans. Sometimes, it’s O.K. to dream a little. Or a lot. The Lakers have had a commendable offseason after losing LeBron James to the Philadelphia 76ers, and they’re not done. The Lakers must trim their roster to meet the league-mandated limit. That means […] The post Proposed Trade Sends VJ Edgecombe to Lakers in New 3-Team Deal for 4 Stars appeared first on HEAVY.
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