Lakers may consider trading Jaden Hardy and Jarred Vanderbilt

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Last updated Nov 4, 2026

Lakers may consider trading Jaden Hardy and Jarred Vanderbilt
Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers, having won six of their first eight games this season, are exploring potential trades despite limited assets. With the trade deadline months away, analysts suggest the Lakers might look to Jaden Hardy, Jarred Vanderbilt, and a 2032 first-round swap as their main trade options. This comes as the team evaluates its current roster's ability to compete for a title. The effectiveness of this strategy will depend on finding the right trade opportunity, given the team's lack of depth in removable players.

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  • •Lakers start season strong with six wins in eight games.
  • •They lack significant trade assets after prior deals.
  • •Jaden Hardy and Jarred Vanderbilt are trade candidates.
  • •A 2032 first-round swap is their only movable first-round asset.
  • •Team's success hinges on current roster performance.
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  • 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers predicted to 'fire off' these 2 trade candidates
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Los Angeles doesn't have many trade assets.

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