Orlando Magic Receive: G/F Lonnie Walker IV, G Kendrick Nunn 

Los Angeles Lakers Receive: C Mo Bamba 

Meanwhile, Mo Bamba’s career trajectory may defy explanation as well. 

Coming into the NBA, Bamba looked like a star. He’s got one of the longest wingspans in NBA history, and he can shoot. Moreover, he’s generally regarded as particularly intelligent. What could go wrong? 

Well, something has. Perhaps it’s his slow feet. Alternatively, perhaps his real-world intelligence hasn’t translated into on-court awareness.

In any event, Bamba hasn’t made good on his potential so far. 

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That explains why the Orlando Magic barely play him anymore. They clearly prefer Wendell Carter Jr. At this point, one wonders if Bamba needs a change of scenery. 

Could the Lakers provide him with the right one?