The Best Trade Scenario For Every Center The Lakers Could Land Until February Deadline https://t.co/lWBfQUHES4
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1. Robert Williams II
The Best Lakers’ Package: Jarred Vanderbilt, Cam Reddish for Robert Williams III
2. Nick Richards
The Best Lakers’ Package: Gabe Vincent, 2031 First-Round Pick (LAL) for Nick Richards
3. Day’Ron Sharpe
The Best Lakers’ Package: Max Christie, 2025 Second-Round Pick (LAC) for Day’Ron Sharpe
4. Walker Kessler
The Best Lakers’ Package: Jalen Hood-Schifino, 2029 First-Round Pick (LAL), 2025 Second-Round Pick (LAC) for Walker Kessler
From the above article:
“Which Center Would Be The Best Fit For The Lakers?
No doubt, Walker Kessler emerges as the best fit for the Lakers, combining immediate impact, long-term potential, and compatibility with the team’s core. While Robert Williams offers elite defense and experience, his injury history raises concerns about his availability for a deep playoff run.
Nick Richards provides solid rebounding and hustle, but he lacks the overall defensive presence needed for a championship contender. Day’Ron Sharpe is an intriguing young player but doesn’t quite match the ceiling or versatility of Kessler.”
Williams without any draft capital would be a STEAL.