LeBron James and Lakers GIVE UP on current team 12 games, eyeing Bulls superstar trio to boost championship aspirations

The Lakers are keen on adding Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Alex Caruso to their roster.

LeBron James and Lakers GIVE UP on current team 12 games, eyeing Bulls superstar trio to boost championship aspirations

Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan and Alex Caruso. (Source: Sports Illustrated)

Los Angeles Lakers have a reputation for attracting reputable and top talents to their franchise to play alongside LeBron James. Now, one such instance is hitting the headline where it is to be said that the Lakers are interested in some of the potential trade candidates from the Chicago Bulls and that includes names such as Zach LaVine, DeMar DeRozan, and Alex Caruso.

Sources suggest that the Lakers are interested in getting Zach LaVine on board for the right price and are said to have real interest in the Bulls guard. Along with Zach, they are open to get back their former player Alex Caruso who played for the franchise, and DeMar DeRozan, providing that the Chicago Bulls makes these two players available for trade.

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The Lakers are reportedly interested in the Bulls trio but have firmly stated they won’t trade their rising star, Austin Reaves. Sources suggest the Bulls are transparent about trade interests, and Zach LaVine exploring options implies a potential trade.

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The Bulls are considering changes to rebuild their team, with potential trades in the works. This could be a crucial move to enhance their offense, a key factor in their past NBA victories. Amid trade speculations, Zach LaVine emerges as a top option for teams before the deadline. Interestingly, the Lakers, though having the chance, are taking a measured approach, carefully evaluating their options without rushing into decisions.

NBA insider suggests Lakers and Miami as realistic destinations for Zach Lavine

Recently, many people have been searching and talking about Zach Lavine from the Chicago Bulls. There’s speculation about him possibly getting traded to the Philadelphia 76ers, Los Angeles Lakers, or Miami Heat. Reports indicate that both the Bulls and Zach are considering this before the trade deadline. According to an NBA insider, realistic options for the Bulls guard include the Lakers and the Heat, with the 76ers being ruled out.

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Zach LaVine (via Sports Illustrated)

Marc Stein, American news reporter, revealed this on LaVine’s trade prospects:

It appears more feasible that teams such as Miami or the Los Angeles Lakers, rather than Philadelphia, could emerge with substantive trade interest in LaVine since those teams have a clearer need for an offensive infusion.

According to Marc Stein, the Bulls’ Zach LaVine might not be the best fit for the 76ers. LaVine, a 28-year-old star, is currently at the peak of his game, being a two-time all-star. In the 2023-24 NBA season, he’s averaging 21.9 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game.

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