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Lakers consider trade of Jaden Hardy for Knicks' Jeremy Sochan

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 5:34 AM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Lakers consider trade of Jaden Hardy for Knicks' Jeremy Sochan

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring a trade that would send Jaden Hardy to the New York Knicks in exchange for Jeremy Sochan, an unrestricted free agent. The Lakers have a crowded backcourt, and Hardy's departure could help alleviate the logjam. Sochan offers defensive skills and potential as a backup big man. The Lakers are trying to clear roster space ahead of the 2026-27 season, with Hardy being a candidate to move due to their investment in Bronny James. The trade would likely involve a sign-and-trade agreement for Sochan.

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Market Watch

•Lakers have 16 players signed, requiring roster adjustments.
•Sochan played limited minutes with the Knicks during their championship run.
•Lakers initially showed interest in Sochan earlier this year.
•Bronny James is considered a core player for the Lakers moving forward.
•Lakers are seeking to offload others like Jarred Vanderbilt and Dalton Knecht.

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5:34 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Proposed to Trade Jaden Hardy for Knicks NBA Champion

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This Lakers trade idea would see the team send Jaden Hardy to the New York Knicks for Jeremy Sochan, who is an unrestricted free agent. The post Lakers Proposed to Trade Jaden Hardy for Knicks NBA Champion appeared first on HEAVY.
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