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Lakers eye trade for Clippers' Derrick Jones Jr. for roster boost

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 5:51 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Lakers eye trade for Clippers' Derrick Jones Jr. for roster boost

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to trade for Derrick Jones Jr. from the Clippers as they seek to improve their wing depth before the upcoming NBA season. With an expiring contract valued at over $10 million, Jones could enhance the Lakers' athleticism and defensive capabilities. The Lakers have also expressed interest in Jonathan Kuminga through a potential sign-and-trade, targeting a more balanced roster. However, the team currently exceeds the roster limit and will need to make adjustments before training camp this October.

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Market Watch

•Lakers predicted to acquire Derrick Jones Jr. to address wing position.
•Jones has an expiring contract of approximately $10.5 million.
•Los Angeles exploring sign-and-trade options for Jonathan Kuminga.
•Lakers currently over roster limit, needing to offload players.
•Training camp begins this October, creating a time constraint.

Latest Updates

5:51 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers predicted to trade with rival Clippers for $48M elite 3-and-D wing to pair with Luka Doncic

What they're saying

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The Lakers still have a big need at the wing position. In this potential trade, they land an absolute defensive menace and lethal three point shooter.
— Yahoo Sports

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