4 Major NBA Trade Ideas That Still Need To Happen

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Russell Westbrook, Los Angeles Lakers, NBA Trade Rumors
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Los Angeles Lakers Receive: G Mike Conley, F Bojan Bogdanovic, G Patrick Beverley
Utah Jazz Receive: G Russell Westbrook, 2026 First-Round Pick (Swap – LAL), 2027 First-Round Pick (LAL)

This is not the first time this proposal has been made.

Realistically, the Lakers will have limited options in moving Westbrook this summer. Whether General Manager Rob Pelinka likes it or not, they’ll likely have to attach more than one first-round pick to his expiring contract in order to get a deal done.

There are a few teams who, if they’re receiving some draft capital, may be willing to absorb Westbrook. The Hornets, motivated to clear cap space, could part with Gordon Hayward and Terry Rozier. The Pacers would reportedly be open to sending LA Myles Turner and Buddy Hield in exchange for Westbrook and sufficient draft capital as well.

Furthermore, three team deals that have the Lakers landing Kyrie Irving are equally popular. All things considered, we like this package best. It lands the Lakers an immediate Westbrook replacement in Conley.

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As a vastly superior floor-spacer, he’ll be a logical fit alongside LeBron James. So, for that matter, will Bogdanovic and Beverley.

This deal helps the Lakers improve their spacing, depth, and fit. If it’s on the table, they can’t hesitate to accept it.

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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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