Lakers pursued Naz Reid in trade talks this summer

The Los Angeles Lakers attempted to trade for Naz Reid from the Minnesota Timberwolves during the offseason. Lakers beat writer Dan Woike noted the team was particularly interested in adding an offensive-minded player to fill their forward position. While they reached out to Minnesota regarding Reid, Woike suggested that no serious offer was made. The Timberwolves, meanwhile, reshaped their roster substantially this summer, including trading Reid to the Charlotte Hornets as part of their deal for guard LaMelo Ball. Reid, who averaged 13.6 points per game last season, was part of the Lakers' playoff matchup against the Timberwolves and has shown potential as a scorer and rebounder.

• 5:24 AMYahoo Sports — The Lakers reportedly tried to trade for Naz Reid this summer