Why The Los Angeles Lakers Do The Deal
The Jazz didn’t make the playoffs this season. By contrast, the Lakers’ season is still ongoing.
If they extend it, they may not want to make a move like this one. For example, if the Lakers won an NBA championship, they’d do better to avoid giving up swap rights on this pick.
It’s possible they end up losing the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference Finals. In that event, this team would have to conclude that they need more talent. Clarkson could be a perfect addition.
NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Jordan Clarkson, Los Angeles Lakers & Utah Jazz Updates
We’ve already outlined his game. Make no mistake: Clarkson has developed as a playmaker, but this is still a scorer at heart.
Some would say that’s the most important skill in the game.