Pacers Land Russell Westbrook In Blockbuster Trade Scenario

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Why The Los Angeles Lakers Do The Deal

By contrast, the Lakers can’t afford to think so far ahead. Hoarding first-round picks is not a viable strategy for this club.

After all, LeBron James is 37. Anthony Davis is 29, but with his injury history, he’s an old 29. The time for the Lakers to win is now.

This deal should help them do so. Turner allows Davis to remain at his preferred four position. The two should make for one of the most impactful defensive frontcourts in the NBA. Meanwhile, Turner’s floor-spacing will offset Davis’ shooting woes if he has another down year.

For that matter, so will Hield’s. He’s exactly the type of lethal floor-spacer that tends to operate best alongside James. The Lakers would have a more cohesive, fitting roster following this deal.

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Given the combined talents of James and Davis, that should be enough to get them back in the running for an 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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