Lakers consider trade to add wing defenders for Luka Doncic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 4:47 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are exploring a trade to acquire Derrick Jones Jr. and Kris Dunn, aiming to bolster their perimeter defense around Luka Doncic. This potential deal would involve sending Jarred Vanderbilt, Jaden Hardy, and Dalton Knecht to the LA Clippers, alongside multiple picks, including a first-round pick swap. The Lakers seek to improve their projected defense, which an NBA scout has rated among the league's weakest for the upcoming season. The Clippers, looking to rebuild, would gain expiring contracts and future draft assets through this transaction. Talks for this trade are ongoing as both teams evaluate their respective rosters.
- •Lakers interested in Derrick Jones Jr. and Kris Dunn for defense.
- •Trade would send multiple players and draft picks to Clippers.
- •NBA scout predicts Lakers' defense will rank among the worst next season.
- •Clippers focus on rebuilding with expiring contracts and draft swaps.
- •Current negotiations suggest both teams are actively considering the deal.
- 4:47 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Trade Idea Pairs Luka Doncic With Two Quality Wing Defenders
"An interesting Lakers trade idea doing the rounds would add two quality wing defenders -- Derrick Jones Jr. and Kris Dunn. The post Lakers Trade Idea Pairs Luka Doncic With Two Quality Wing Defenders appeared first on HEAVY.
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