Los Angeles Lakers Receive: C Myles Turner, G Dillon Brooks
Indiana Pacers Receive: C Steven Adams, G De’Anthony Melton, 2023 First-Round Pick (MEM), 2024 First-Round Pick (GSW)
Memphis Grizzlies Receive: F/C Anthony Davis
Here, the Los Angeles Lakers pass on draft capital in order to add two win-now players. With LeBron James on the roster, that checks out.
While many observers assume they’ll part with Westbrook, this deal could actually allow them to keep the former MVP. Myles Turner is a career 34.9% three-point shooter.
He’s one of the few big men in the league who could provide Westbrook with the spacing he needs to thrive without compromising their defense.
Meanwhile, the Pacers get involved to boost their rebuild. They’re forced to take on Adams’ contract, but two first-round picks and the 23-year-old Melton are strong compensation for Turner.
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Finally, the Memphis Grizzlies get their guy. Adding Anthony Davis is a risk, but the potential reward is immense. If he returns to his previous form, the Grizzlies won’t be darkhorse contenders by the end of the 2022-23 season.
They may be odds-on championship favorites.
