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Los Angeles acquires Max Strus from Cavs in multi-team trade

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 12:09 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Los Angeles acquires Max Strus from Cavs in multi-team trade
Summary

Los Angeles is set to acquire Max Strus from the Cleveland Cavaliers as part of a multi-team trade. The deal will send Peyton Watson to Cleveland, while Los Angeles will trade away the draft rights to Ismael Kamagate and a 2027 second-round pick. The move aims to bolster the Lakers' roster ahead of the upcoming season. Trade discussions are part of ongoing negotiations in the lead-up to the NBA season.

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  • •Los Angeles acquires Max Strus from the Cavaliers.
  • •Peyton Watson will be sent to Cleveland.
  • •Lakers trade the draft rights to Ismael Kamagate.
  • •2027 second-round pick also included in the transaction.
  • •Trade part of ongoing NBA roster reshaping.
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  • 12:09 AMYahoo Sports — To acquire Max Strus from the Cavs in this multi-team …
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