Why The Los Angeles Lakers Do The Deal

If the Los Angeles Lakers did this deal, it would be hard to feel optimistic about Davis’ future. After all, the organization would clearly be giving up on him.

With that said, Davis has been injured for most of the past two years. Whether that’s why his three-point accuracy has fallen off a cliff, who can say? Regardless, the Lakers could justify cutting ties with their bg man.

If they’ve lost faith, this feels like a solid return. Lonzo Ball has come a long way since he last wore the purple-and-gold. He’s emerged as an elite three-point shooter in this league. Yet, this package may be highlighted by Patrick Williams.

The 4th pick in the 2020 draft, Williams has had his share of injuries thus far as well. Still, at 20, he’s got much more time to turn his career around than Davis.

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If he does, the Lakers are landing quite a player: he’s looked the part of one of the best 3-and-D wings in the NBA when healthy.

In other words, he’s exactly the type of player they could have used in 2021-22.