Why The Los Angeles Lakers Do The Deal

It’s hard to say a team is getting a good deal when they’re trading LeBron James. It’s also hard to believe we’ve gotten to this point. 

If anyone from the Lakers’ brass happens upon this piece – for the love of God, trade Westbrook. This isn’t working. Myles Turner and Buddy Hield. Gordon Hayward, Kelly Oubre Jr., and PJ Washington. Do something. 

On the other hand, the Lakers may refuse to part with the draft capital that would be required to trade Westbrook. If they do, this is about the best deal they’ll get. Most significantly, they’re landing three unprotected first-round picks instead of sending selections out. 

Still, the Lakers could sell their fanbase on Ayton as a continuation of their tradition of star big men.

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In theory, he could play with Anthony Davis, who has grown accustomed to sharing the floor with conventional big men. On the other hand, the Lakers could also move Davis and really start over. 

By contrast, the Suns go all-in on the present with this move. Is it worth it?