Complicated problems often require complicated problems. On the other hand, some problems aren’t as complicated as they seem. NBA teams are often faced with problems too.
With a nearly endless number of combinations of players to assemble, those problems can get overwhelming. Often, the solution appears to be a big, complex trade.
If any NBA team has problems, it may be the Los Angeles Lakers. After all, they feature one of the most expensive rosters in the NBA, yet, they’re off to an 0-4 start this season.
Given last year’s 34-win season, their failures aren’t even surprising anymore.
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They still need to be fixed. Most fans would have them fixing them by moving Russell Westbrook and some draft capital in exchange for veterans who fit their needs. That could be a solution. On the other hand, there may be a simpler one available.
For example, here’s a deal that has them landing Jae Crowder of the Phoenix Suns.