Lakers explore trade that could bring Herbert Jones and Karlo Matkovic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 4:29 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers are considering a trade to acquire All-Defensive wing Herbert Jones and hybrid big man Karlo Matkovic from the New Orleans Pelicans. Reports suggest the Lakers would send Jarred Vanderbilt, Jaden Hardy, and Dalton Knecht, along with a valuable first-round pick swap and two second-round picks to New Orleans. The potential trade comes as the Lakers seek to enhance their defense and build around Luka Doncic. However, Jones’ contract has complicated negotiations, while Doncic reportedly has interest in adding Matkovic to the roster.
- •Lakers targeted Herbert Jones for his defensive skills.
- •Karlo Matkovic could fulfill Luka Doncic's request.
- •Trade involves multiple players and draft picks from the Lakers.
- •Jones has struggled with long-range shooting recently.
- •Pelicans reportedly seek two first-round picks for Jones.
- 4:29 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Trade Idea Grants Luka Doncic’s Wish, Adds All-Defensive Star
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