Lakers face hurdles in PJ Washington trade pursuit amid Mavericks' plans
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 2:25 AM
Last updated Jul 11, 2026
Lakers' hopes of trading for PJ Washington may be complicated by the Dallas Mavericks' reluctance to part with him. Insiders Marc Stein and Jake Fischer reported that while Dallas is open to offers, they prioritize moving other veterans first. Washington's ties to Luka Dončić, with whom he performed well during the Mavericks' 2024 Finals run, add interest for Los Angeles. However, the Lakers' limited draft assets could hinder their ability to compete with other suitors for Washington, who is in the first year of a four-year, $88.8 million extension. Negotiations may evolve as offseason activities continue.
- •Mavericks have little urgency to trade PJ Washington.
- •Lakers are looking for a starting-caliber forward.
- •Washington is in the first year of a four-year extension.
- •Dallas may prioritize trading other veterans first.
- •Insiders suggest Washington remains a trade option for the Lakers.
- 3:00 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Get Major PJ Washington Trade Update From NBA Insiders
- 2:25 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Get Eye-Opening PJ Washington Trade Update
"NBA insiders revealed where P.J. Washington stands in the Mavericks' trade plans, creating another potential hurdle for the Lakers' pursuit. The post Lakers Get Eye-Opening PJ Washington Trade Update appeared first on HEAVY.
"NBA insiders explained why a Lakers trade for P.J. Washington remains difficult despite his fit alongside Luka Dončić. The post Lakers Get Major PJ Washington Trade Update From NBA Insiders appeared first on HEAVY.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 13, 2026, 3:00 AMLakers Get Major PJ Washington Trade Update From NBA Insiders
NBA insiders explained why a Lakers trade for P.J. Washington remains difficult despite his fit alongside Luka Dončić. The post Lakers Get Major PJ Washington Trade Update From NBA Insiders appeared first on HEAVY.
- Yahoo SportsJul 11, 2026, 2:25 AMLakers Get Eye-Opening PJ Washington Trade Update
NBA insiders revealed where P.J. Washington stands in the Mavericks' trade plans, creating another potential hurdle for the Lakers' pursuit. The post Lakers Get Eye-Opening PJ Washington Trade Update appeared first on HEAVY.
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