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Lakers pursue trade for defenders Herb Jones and Yves Missi

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 2:04 PM

Last updated Jun 2, 2026

Lakers pursue trade for defenders Herb Jones and Yves Missi

Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly considering a trade to acquire Herb Jones and Yves Missi from the New Orleans Pelicans. A proposal includes sending Dalton Knecht, Jake LaRavia, the No. 25 overall pick in the upcoming 2026 NBA Draft, and a 2031 first-round pick to New Orleans. Knecht has voiced a desire to be traded, and LaRavia is in the final year of his contract. Jones, recognized as an elite defender, has been named to the NBA All-Defensive First Team and is entering the last year of a four-year contract. Missi adds size to the frontcourt as the 21st pick of the 2024 NBA Draft.

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•Lakers target Herb Jones and Yves Missi from the Pelicans.
•Trade proposal includes Dalton Knecht and Jake LaRavia.
•Jones is a former NBA All-Defensive First Team selection.
•Knecht requested a trade after a previous deal was rescinded.
•Missi was the 21st overall pick in the 2024 NBA Draft.

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2:04 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers Trade Rumors Include Lockdown Defender

What they're saying

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If the Los Angeles Lakers are tackling the offseason with a win-now mindset, one recent trade proposal would land the Lakers one of the best defenders in the NBA. NBA reporter Evan Sidery suggested the Lakers trade Dalton Knecht, Jake LaRavia, the No. 25 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and a 2031 first-round […] The post Lakers Trade Rumors Include Lockdown Defender appeared first on LA Sports Report.
— Yahoo Sports

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