NBA Trade Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers targeting top 5 big men to fit in for Anthony Davis


NBA Trade Rumors: Los Angeles Lakers targeting top 5 big men to fit in for Anthony Davis

Anthony Davis Ankle Injury

The NBA has seen a lot of overturning of fortunes. Los Angeles Lakers have fallen prey to it. Purple and gold are facing a significant downfall since Anthony Davis’ injury. After the LA Lakers’ star has been side lined, it has been a tough task to sustain the top position in the league. However, the team relaxed when the injury did not involve Achilles tear. But there is no time line of Anthony Davis’ return. The mid-season trade may have just arrived at the need of the hour. The LA Lakers will eye acquiring a big man to fit in for Anthony Davis.

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Lakers have kept in mind the trade deadline announced. So this mid-season window might just be there get away. Definitely Marc Gasol hasn’t delivered what he promised. As a result, the Lakers have fallen short of big man. There are 5 probable picks that the team is looking into. Will Lakers make any move to acquire them instantly?

Los Angeles Lakers trade targets via mid-season trade

Hassan Whiteside

Hassan Whiteside

The Sacramento Kings’ big boy be the most valuable asset for the Lakers. He hasn’t been in his prime. But the big man can crash boards provided the right atmosphere. The Lakers’ team can mould Whiteside and he is the most preferable player right now. He can even compensate for Montrezl Harrell.

Mo Bamba

Mo Bamba

The Orlando Magic big man is a great overall centre. With a wingspan like Bamba’s defence can be settled. Even he will suit the transitional put backs that Lakers play. However, it comes with a price. The LA Lakers may trade Talen Horton Tucker or Alex Caruso to benefit the trade

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Andre Drummond

Andre Drummond

The Cleveland Cavaliers centre is the strongest prospect to all. He will definitely be in the franchise’s radar. The toughest rebounder and shot blocker, Drummond fits in perfect to AD’s spot defensively. The Brooklyn Nets have also shown their interest to this trade. Averaging 13.5 rebounds per game, he is a go to option. Cavs might not release Andre at a cheap cost.

JaVale McGee

Andre Drummond and JaVale McGee

Moving from the Cavs, JaVale McGee can compensate for the deficiency at the franchise. He has been the previously attached with the team. This gives him a boost over other prospects. He has a settled chemistry with the team and wouldn’t need time to blend in again.

John Collins

John Collins

The rift between Trae young and John Collins may just be enough to trade the big man. Lakers will definitely look to capitalize on this. This trade can also be a fortune turning one Collins is capable to run great offences.