Lakers Trade For Raptors’ Gary Trent Jr. In Bold Scenario

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Why The Los Angeles Lakers Do The Deal 

We think so. Trent Jr. is a clear upgrade over Beasley. These are both solid players. They’re also similar.

Still, Trent Jr. is just a little stronger on both ends of the floor. He’s a more reliable floor spacer. That’s especially valuable alongside James.

Adding a sharpshooter is always a good plan for getting the most out of him. 

Moreover, Trent Jr. is a much more disruptive defender than Beasley. He’s a strong defensive playmaker who racks up steals and deflections. 

NBA TRADES, NEWS & RUMORS: Gary Trent Jr., Los Angeles Lakers & Toronto Raptors Updates

With Trent being just 24, there’s a real potential for him to be a helpful piece for the Lakers beyond James’ timeline, too.

Should the Raptors let him go? 

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James Piercey

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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