Lakers eye Daniel Gafford in potential multi-team trade

The Los Angeles Lakers are considering a trade for Dallas Mavericks center Daniel Gafford as they seek a backup following the acquisition of Walker Kessler. Reports indicate the Mavericks are open to moving Gafford, maintaining their asking price of a first-round pick. A proposed four-team trade would allow the Lakers to acquire Gafford while helping Dallas clear roughly $15 million in payroll and stockpile draft picks. The Lakers' interest follows increased trade speculation around Gafford, who has generated notable interest this offseason.

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