1 Trade Package With Each Linked Russell Westbrook Suitor

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Utah Jazz
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Utah Jazz Receive: G Russell Westbrook, 2027 First-Round Pick (LAL), 2029 First-Round Pick (LAL)
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: G Mike Conley, F Bojan Bogdanovic, G Patrick Beverley

A caveat: since the Jazz recently signed Patrick Beverley, he can’t be moved until August 30th.

Of course, several iterations of this deal work for both sides. If the Lakers wanted to get it done now, Westbrook and one pick should be enough for Conley and Bogdanovic. With that said, if both sides are willing to be patient, this is likely a better deal.

On the Lakers’ end, giving up two distant firsts is significant. There’s ample reason to believe this team will be in the lottery by 2027, let alone 2029. LeBron James, bionic as he may be, will surely be retired. With Anthony Davis’ injury history, even he’s unlikely to be a star in this league by 2029.

On the other hand, the Lakers are like a rebellious teenager who just got their motorcycle license – they’re living for the moment. This trade gets them the floor-spacing and secondary creation that’s always maximized LeBron James.

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With a bounce-back year from Anthony Davis, it should get them in the running for the NBA title.

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James Piercey

When it comes to exploring the endless possibilities of NBA trades, there's no one quite like James Piercey. With a keen eye for player dynamics, salary cap intricacies, and a knack for discovering uncharted trade territory, James has risen to prominence as the preeminent expert in the realm of hypothetical NBA trades. James is also known for his work covering the Houston Rockets for SB Nation's The Dream Shake — a blog that gives a daily, comprehensive look at the team. He has written for various outlets, including FanSided and Last Word on Sports, among others.

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