Every NBA Team's Dream and Realistic 2025 Trade Deadline Target https://t.co/HMLg6ndInI
— LakerTom (@LakerTom) January 17, 2025
Dream Target: LaMelo Ball, PG, Charlotte Hornets
Now that LeBron James just celebrated his 40th birthday and can become a free agent this summer, the Lakers should be looking for their next superstar to pair with Anthony Davis.
Trading for Ball now increases Los Angeles’ title chances this year and gives the team a 23-year-old point guard to build around for the future.
Realistic Target: Dejounte Murray, PG, New Orleans Pelicans
The Lakers explored a trade for Murray last year at this time, a move the Atlanta Hawks then refused.
With the Pelicans in the middle of a lost season, it would be worth checking on the asking price for the 28-year-old point guard.
I’m in on this Ball!!