Lakers considering trade for all-defensive wing Herbert Jones
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 27, 2026, 5:55 AM
Last updated Aug 27, 2026

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring a trade for Herbert Jones from the New Orleans Pelicans. This potential move comes after the Lakers missed out on Klay Thompson and Jonathan Kuminga during free agency. To acquire Jones, the Lakers may offer several draft assets, including a 2032 first-round pick swap. The addition of Jones would aim to address the Lakers' defensive weaknesses, particularly around perimeter defense. The Pelicans could part with Jones to focus on their young core, which includes Bennedict Mathurin and Zion Williamson.
- •Lakers missed out on Klay Thompson and Jonathan Kuminga recently.
- •Herbert Jones is considered one of the best wing defenders.
- •Lakers might offer multiple draft picks to acquire Jones.
- •Pelicans seek at least two first-round picks for Jones.
- •Jones' new contract averages $67M over three years.
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