Lakers explore trades for Dalton Knecht and Jarred Vanderbilt to retain Austin Reaves

The Los Angeles Lakers aim to bring back Austin Reaves while looking to trade Dalton Knecht and Jarred Vanderbilt. With Knecht and Vanderbilt tied to a combined contract value of $66 million, the Lakers need to create additional cap space. The focus this summer includes not only retaining Reaves but also building a stronger team around Luka Dončić. Lakers officials are expected to explore the trade market as part of their offseason strategy to increase financial flexibility and pursue other roster improvements.

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