The Lakers are now avidly preparing for the potential of their winning the championship again, and of course, rumours have been flying fast and short as to possible roster changes, which may surely upgrade the team to contender status. Therefore, in this article, we will deal with three simulated summers of trades for the Lakers, which would set a strong basis for the club in the season of 2025.
1. Pursuing Anfernee Simons from the Portland Trail Blazers
Leakers should pay attention to Simons’ needs for constant scoring and appropriated perimeter spacing and move on the trade with the Portland Trail Blazers if the need arises. Simons, who can legally drink in most states, has an all-round scoring aggregate averaging about 21 points over past seasons, that pairs violence of the ball with major athletic qualities. This can be the answer to Laker’s offensive issues.
NGL Anfernee Simons on the Lakers would be 🔥🔥🔥🔥
27 points per game this year 👀 pic.twitter.com/AOzajtEzgP
— 𝐉𝐚𝐤𝐞 (@SixthManJake) January 2, 2024
2. Reuniting with Kyrie Irving from the Dallas Mavericks
Whether the rumours of Kyrie Irving rejoining LeBron James in LA become true will be the topic of much debate, with insider info suggesting that the Lakers have been eager to find a way to bring the electric guard to the team. To begin with, depending on the circumstances of the trade, it will be very complex including not only the need for multiple first-round picks and top prospects but also one of the key players, like Austin Reaves or D’Angelo Russell, will have to be parted with. Kyrie Irving’s addition will dramatically improve the Lakers’ point-guarding abilities and offensive arrays.
3. Targeting Trae Young from the Atlanta Hawks
Throughout the current season, I received some rumours on social media that Trae Young may be a free agent in the summer and could significantly be on the current Lakers roster. While his weaknesses in defence training are a matter of serious concern, Young’s abilities as a scorer and the way he creates opportunities and facilitates the team offence might turn out to be a deal in improving the Laker’s efficiency on offence.
As the Lakers aim to strengthen their roster for a championship push, exploring potential trade scenarios to acquire talented players like Anfernee Simons, Kyrie Irving, or Trae Young could significantly enhance their chances of competing for the 2025 NBA title. While the feasibility of these trades remains speculative, the pursuit of elite talent remains a priority for the Lakers as they seek to reclaim their position atop the NBA hierarchy.
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