Lakers propose trade for Kyrie Irving, sending Dalton Knecht to Mavericks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 11:28 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers may pursue a trade for Kyrie Irving from the Dallas Mavericks this offseason. The proposed deal includes sending Dalton Knecht along with Rui Hachimura and Jarred Vanderbilt, as well as future draft picks. With Austin Reaves' contract situation looming, the Lakers seek to retain his contributions while adding Irving's talent. Luka Doncic's previous successful partnership with Irving in Dallas adds motivation for this potential move. Considering Irving's injury history, the Lakers may weigh their comfort with the associated risks.
- •Lakers could trade Knecht to acquire Irving.
- •Proposed deal includes future first-round picks.
- •Reaves' free agency complicates the Lakers' strategy.
- •Irving's past success with Doncic is a factor.
- •Lakers may consider health risks associated with Irving.
- 11:28 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers-Mavericks trade pitch swaps Dalton Knecht for $118 million nine-time All-Star, NBA champion
"The Los Angeles Lakers would appease Luka Doncic in a blockbuster trade offseason concept.
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