This is good news for Lakers fans, and it seems that this will be a very active summer for the trade sector.
ESPN insider Bobby Marks said this week that he expects the Lakers franchise to be “extremely aggressive” this summer.
“I hope they will be very positive in the offseason, especially at LeBron [James] “I think there are three things here. When you look at players like Gabe Vincent and Rui Hachimura, you have to take advantage of the $60 million expiration contract. The second thing is that when they make the Mark Williams trade fail his body, they show their hands at the trade deadline. They will go out in the offseason and get a center, and we'll see how you go, you have a first-round pick that can do that. Then, the third thing is to be on the alert on August 2. At that time, Luca qualifies for that extension. So you're working on building for the present, but I think when LeBron finally retires here, you have to focus on the future, too.”
Their demand for centers is obvious after the failed Mark Williams trade led the Lakers to have fully owned Rudy Gobert in the playoffs.
Kelly Iko of Track and Field reported that Houston Rockets big man Steven Adams is the “natural fit” this offseason.
“As Rockets' brass continue to manipulate in offseason mode – perform draft workouts, tie loose ends up tied up by exiting interviews and prepare for a critical summer – they need to address several key potential free agents on the roster,” Iko wrote. Veterans Steven Adams, Jeff Green and Jae'sean Tate will be unrestricted free agents on June 30 – but in the trio, Adams is seen as a clear priority.
“The 31-year-old's career revival this season – recovering from a right knee injury and becoming a key part of the [Ime] The sources said Udoka's late rotation – a reason Houston is top priority. However, due to his two-way production, especially his elite offensive rebounds, there is a possibility that the playoff team will attract Adams. Adams made $12.6 million last season, and it was natural for teams like San Antonio, New York, Indiana and two Los Angeles organizations. However, the Rockets operated under the assumption that Adams wanted to return and would continue to speak with his representatives about possible extensions. ”
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