NBA insider Shams Charania reported on Thursday that Anthony Davis felt the LA Lakers “need another big.” Davis added that he is at his best when he plays power forward beside another center.
This mock trade would give the Lakers not only a serviceable starting center next to Anthony Davis, but one who could be a game-changer.
With the NBA trade deadline quickly approaching, the Los Angeles Lakers need to get to work if they plan on making another move this season. According to NBA insider Anthony Irwin, the franchise has now pivoted to finding a big man after Anthony Davis' recent comments.
The Knicks defeated the Nets, 99-95, with Towns recording a huge double-double of 25 points and 16 rebounds. Meanwhile, Russell also had a double-double as he topped the scoring for his team with 23 points on 6 of 17 shooting, along with 10 assists.
Los Angeles Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis continue to believe the team can be a serious contender with "another piece or two," according
Lakers remain hesitant to put future first-round picks at stake, despite concerns expressed by LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
LeBron and Davis are desperate to win another NBA championship together but are concerned about the current rotation.
Los Angeles Lakers superstar Anthony Davis has played 96% of his minutes at center this season, according to ESPN Stats & Information.
In this new trade scenario by Doug McCain of The Big Lead, the Lakers make what McCain calls a 'perfect' deadline move. The deal would be between the Lakers and Utah Jazz, landing two players in Los Angeles.
The Los Angeles Lakers are currently fifth in the West at 24-18, are exploring upgrades to strengthen their playoff push. The Lakers have already made a move on the margins to improve their championship chances by acquiring Dorian Finney-Smith for D’Angelo Russell.