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Los Angeles Lakers: “Pass or pursue” on 3 biggest potential trade targets

By Jason Reed

SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 01: Buddy Hield #24 of the Sacramento Kings looks to shoots over Alex Caruso #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on February 01, 2020 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)
SACRAMENTO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 01: Buddy Hield #24 of the Sacramento Kings looks to shoots over Alex Caruso #4 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the second half of an NBA basketball game at Golden 1 Center on February 01, 2020 in Sacramento, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images) /
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Spencer Dinwiddie: Pass

Brooklyn Nets guard Spencer Dinwiddie was listed as the Lakers’ number one potential trade target this offseason and on paper, it is not hard to see why.

First of all, it would not be all that shocking to see the Brooklyn Nets shop and trade Dinwiddie in the offseason. He is in the last year of his deal, makes a pretty penny and the team is deep at guard. If they can get future (and cheap) capital for him then it makes sense.

Talent-wise Dinwiddie would be great. He would give the team that dynamic playmaker and third scorer in the backcourt that could score 18-20 points per game. He does not need the ball to be successful but he can facilitate when needed as well.

However, the money just does not line up for the Los Angeles Lakers. Dinwiddie is set to make $11.4 million next season. He does not make enough for the team to trade Danny Green without having to take on another contract but takes too much to package someone alongside a young asset, such as Kyle Kuzma.

From a pure talent standpoint, I like Dinwiddie and I think he would be great on this Lakers team and if the Lakers can get a favorable package that works monetarily then I am all for it.

However, I just do not think that is possible and even if it is, it likely would have to include Danny Green and I do not think trading the team’s best wing defender for another point guard would be the best move style-wise for next season.

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