New York Knicks Receive: F/C Anthony Davis
Washington Wizards Receive: F Julius Randle, F Obi Toppin, 2023 First-Round Pick (NYK), 2025 First-Round Pick (NYK), 2027 First-Round Pick (LAL)
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: G Bradley Beal
Remember when we said it was hard to make realistic trades that landed Bradley Beal with the Los Angeles Lakers? It’s almost impossible to do without including Anthony Davis.
The Hornets are just about the only team to provide a path. Otherwise, it’s hard to identify a team with enough incentive to clear cap space to part with assets to take Westbrook’s expiring deal.
On the other hand, Anthony Davis, in spite of his availability concerns and declining play, is probably still viewed as an asset. The Knicks may be willing to part with two first-rounders and Toppin to roll the dice on him.
As for the Washington Wizards, they’re getting a great return here. At 24, Toppin still holds star potential. They’re also receiving three first-round picks even if he doesn’t reach it. Suddenly, they’ve got a roster full of intriguing young wings.
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They’ll also, finally, have zero expectations after making any of these deals.
