Lakers propose trade to acquire Myles Turner in three-team deal

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Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Lakers propose trade to acquire Myles Turner in three-team deal
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The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring a trade to acquire Myles Turner from the Milwaukee Bucks, a move involving the Houston Rockets. This trade aims to strengthen the Lakers' frontcourt after injury challenges to players like Walker Kessler and Kevon Looney. The discussion centers around Turner, who has seen limited success in Milwaukee, averaging 11.9 points last season. The trade structure includes the Rockets absorbing contracts in exchange for Jaden Hardy and Kevin Porter Jr., while the Bucks would receive multiple players and future draft picks. The alignment leads to questions about the fit for Turner in Milwaukee's rebuilding process.

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  • Lakers seek to bolster frontcourt amid injury concerns.
  • Trade involves Rockets and focuses on Myles Turner.
  • Turner averaged 11.9 points during his first season with the Bucks.
  • Rockets would receive Jaden Hardy and Kevin Porter Jr.
  • Bucks can offload Turner's contract while rebuilding.
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  • 5:24 AMYahoo SportsLakers Proposed to Trade for Myles Turner in 3-Team Blockbuster
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One interesting Lakers trade idea doing the rounds would add veteran big man Myles Turner from the Milwaukee Bucks. The post Lakers Proposed to Trade for Myles Turner in 3-Team Blockbuster appeared first on HEAVY.

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