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Los Angeles Lakers: 3 Reasons why they should trade for Paul George

By Matt Leaman

Apr 23, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) points during a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Cleveland defeats Indiana 106-102. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports
Apr 23, 2017; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) points during a game against the Cleveland Cavaliers in game four of the first round of the 2017 NBA Playoffs at Bankers Life Fieldhouse. Cleveland defeats Indiana 106-102. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /
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Mar 19, 2017; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Indiana Pacers forward Paul George (13) talks with Indiana Pacers forward C.J. Miles (0) during the second quarter in a game against the Toronto Raptors at Air Canada Centre. The Toronto Raptors won 116-91. Mandatory Credit: Nick Turchiaro-USA TODAY Sports /

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During George’s seven seasons with the Indiana Pacers he’s led them to numerous playoff appearances, and if not for LeBron James in the Eastern Conference, would have made it into the NBA Finals. With most of the core players on the Lakers under the age of 25, PG13 can be the player to help those players reach new levels. The current players on the Lakers roster have little to no playoff experience at all which is where George will come in and play a crucial role.

If traded for before or during the draft, George will have to accept that this coming season will be another rebuilding season. He can take advantage of this season and teach and mentor the young players.

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All eyes will be on the 2018-19 season where they will go after LeBron James and other free agents during the offseason in hope that they can contend and dismantle the Warriors dynasty that looks to be forming for the next 4-5 years. So, will the Lakers and Pacers pull off a blockbuster trade, or will George end up somewhere else next season? Tune into the draft tonight on ESPN at 7 pm eastern time to see how it all unfolds.

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