LA Lakers trade predictions: 3 realistic deals that move the needle (Image Source: NBA.com)
The LA Lakers are arguably the most active team in the trade market. Their window to push for another championship in the LeBron James-Anthony Davis era is shortening at lightning speed. LeBron turns 40 on Dec. 30. On the other hand, Davis is in his prime and playing the best basketball of his career.
Owner Jeanie Buss and GM Rob Pelinka must go all-in to get their superstars all the help they need. As presently constructed, the Lakers don't seem to have enough, especially with multiple key players like Jarred Vanderbilt and Christian Wood injured.
There's growing uncertainty around their possibility of returning in time to help keep LA's season afloat and match up well against other contenders. Amid a 15-12 start, the Lakers have seen all kinds of upsides and downsides with their imbalanced roster.
