Lakers consider trade involving frequently demoted guard this offseason
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 3, 2026, 7:27 PM
Last updated Jul 3, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring a trade involving their second-year guard, who has struggled to secure a consistent role. The franchise recently acquired center Walker Kessler and signed three additional players while parting ways with DeAndre Ayton. ESPN's Dave McMenamin mentioned that the Lakers' next move may hinge on LeBron James' decision regarding his future. If James leaves, the team might be open to trading the young guard. As his status with the G-League raises concerns, the Lakers could look to make a deal soon.
- •Lakers are exploring a trade for their second-year guard.
- •The team signed Walker Kessler and three other role players.
- •LeBron James' future decision may influence trade dynamics.
- •The guard has faced frequent G-League demotions.
- •Lakers parted ways with DeAndre Ayton after a disappointing season.
- 7:27 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers linked to trade involving frequently demoted $7.9 million guard
"The Los Angeles Lakers could find themselves moving on a second-year contributor who has yet to find his groove in the big leagues.
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