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SAN FRANCISCO, CA - JANUARY 29: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets on the bench prior to the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on January 29, 2022 in San Francisco, 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 Kavin Mistry/Getty Images)

3 reasons why a Kyrie Irving trade is a no-brainer for the Lakers

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Jun 21, 2022

How the Los Angeles Lakers can loop in the Hornets in a Kyrie Irving deal

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Jun 21, 2022

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 teams who are threats to trade for Kyrie Irving

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Jun 21, 2022

A superstar-filled 3-team trade to get Kyrie Irving on the Los Angeles Lakers

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Jun 20, 2022

WASHINGTON, DC - JANUARY 23: Bradley Beal #3 of the Washington Wizards looks on against the Boston Celtics during the first half at Capital One Arena on January 23, 2022 in Washington, DC. 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 Scott Taetsch/Getty Images)

The only way the Lakers could actually trade for Bradley Beal

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Jun 18, 2022

TORONTO, ON - APRIL 28: Gary Trent Jr. #33 of the Toronto Raptors puts up a shot over Tyrese Maxey #0 of the Philadelphia 76ers during Game Six of the Eastern Conference First Round at Scotiabank Arena on April 28, 2022 in Toronto, Canada. 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 Cole Burston/Getty Images)

Lakers don’t have nearly enough to trade for Gary Trent Jr.

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Jun 16, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - JANUARY 27: Danny Green #14 of the Philadelphia 76ers looks on against the Los Angeles Lakers at Wells Fargo Center on January 27, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Tim Nwachukwu/Getty Images)

Recent Danny Green rumors could lead to a Lakers reunion

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Jun 14, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 01: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers at Crypto.com Arena on March 01, 2022 in Los Angeles, 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 Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Why the Los Angeles Lakers should definitely trade Talen Horton-Tucker

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May 31, 2022

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - APRIL 12: Kyrie Irving #11 of the Brooklyn Nets looks on during the second half of the Eastern Conference 2022 Play-In Tournament against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Barclays Center on April 12, 2022 in the Brooklyn borough of New York City. The Nets won 115-108. 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 Sarah Stier/Getty Images)

What would need to happen for the Lakers to trade for Kyrie Irving

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May 26, 2022

MIAMI, FLORIDA - DECEMBER 11: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls in action against the Miami Heat during the second half at FTX Arena on December 11, 2021 in Miami, Florida. 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 Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

3 reasons why Zach LaVine joining the Lakers is likely

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May 24, 2022

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - MARCH 10: Ben Simmons #10 of the Brooklyn Nets walks in the visitor entrance before the game against the Philadelphia 76ers at Wells Fargo Center on March 10, 2022 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 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 Elsa/Getty Images)

A 3-team trade that solves the prime issues for both the Lakers and Nets

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May 22, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 15: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls shoots a three-point basket against Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first quarter at Staples Center on November 15, 2021 in Los Angeles, 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 Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

3 things that must happen for the Lakers to acquire Zach LaVine

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May 19, 2022

MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - APRIL 20: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls takes a three point shot in the second quarter against the Milwaukee Bucks during Game Two of the Eastern Conference First Round Playoffs at Fiserv Forum on April 20, 2022 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. 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 Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

Zach LaVine Lakers rumors were never actually reported

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May 4, 2022

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - NOVEMBER 24: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers against the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on November 24, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Andy Lyons/Getty Images) (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Lakers: Pacers would never say yes to this Russell Westbrook trade idea

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May 3, 2022

SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH - MARCH 31: Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers shoots over Greg Monroe #10 of the Utah Jazz during the first half of a game at Vivint Smart Home Arena on March 31, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah. 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 Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)

Lakers: THE trade to make with the Utah Jazz if they blow it up

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Apr 22, 2022

PORTLAND, OREGON - DECEMBER 29: Acting head coach Scott Brooks of the Portland Trail Blazers watches from the sideline during the first half against the Utah Jazz at Moda Center on December 29, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. 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 Soobum Im/Getty Images)

Lakers rumors: New coach candidate may foreshadow a Westbrook return

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Apr 18, 2022

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - NOVEMBER 26: Gordon Hayward #20 of the Charlotte Hornets reacts following a call during the second half of the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Spectrum Center on November 26, 2021 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

3 reasons why the Lakers are completely wrong about Gordon Hayward

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Apr 18, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 07: Injured Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers cheers on his team during their game Golden State Warriors in the first half at Chase Center on April 07, 2022 in San Francisco, 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 Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

Lakers rumors: Russell Westbrook trade to Pacers is an impossible deal

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Apr 12, 2022

CLEVELAND, OHIO - MARCH 06: Head coach Nick Nurse of the Toronto Raptors reacts during the second quarter against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Mortgage Fieldhouse on March 06, 2022 in Cleveland, Ohio. 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 Jason Miller/Getty Images)

Nick Nurse Lakers rumors are nothing but a pipe dream for LA

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Apr 11, 2022

CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA - JANUARY 28: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks over the court as he is guarded by LaMelo Ball #2 of the Charlotte Hornets during the first half of the game at Spectrum Center on January 28, 2022 in Charlotte, North Carolina. 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 Jared C. Tilton/Getty Images)

Lakers: Building a Russell Westbrook trade package to the Hornets

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Apr 7, 2022

PHOENIX, ARIZONA - MARCH 27: Head coach Doc Rivers of the Philadelphia 76ers reacts during the second half of the NBA game at Footprint Center on March 27, 2022 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the 76ers 114-104. 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 Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Doc Rivers Lakers rumors would be an absolute disaster for LA

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Apr 5, 2022

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - MARCH 09: DeMar DeRozan #11 of the Chicago Bulls enters the game in the second half against the Detroit Pistons at Little Caesars Arena on March 09, 2022 in Detroit, Michigan. Chicago won the game 114-108. 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 Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)

The domino effect of the Lakers not passing on the DeMar DeRozan trade

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Mar 16, 2022

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 12: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during player introductions before the game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on February 12, 2022 in San Francisco, 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 Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

Lakers: 2 trades to give Russell Westbrook a new home this summer

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Mar 2, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 10: Head coach Frank Vogel looks at Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a press conference at Staples Center on August 10, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Lakers rumors: Russell Westbrook reportedly wants out of LA

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Mar 2, 2022

Thunder general manager Sam Presti enters the draft with three first-round picks and three second-round picks.cover2

Lakers rumors: NBA exec says LeBron wants this praised GM in LA

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Feb 27, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 15: Zach LaVine #8 of the Chicago Bulls shoots a three-point basket against Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers during the first quarter at Staples Center on November 15, 2021 in Los Angeles, 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 Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)

Lakers rumors: NBA exec suggests Anthony Davis could be traded to Bulls

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Feb 24, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - JANUARY 13: LeBron James talks to his agent Rich Paul and his former teammate Tristan Thompson during halftime of a basketball game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Cleveland Cavaliers at Staples Center on January 13, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images)

Lakers Rumors: LA potentially targeting pointless former LeBron teammate

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Feb 16, 2022

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 04: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers misses a three pointer in front of Luguentz Dort #5 of the Oklahoma City Thunder, for the final shot of the game during a 107-104 Oklahoma City Thunder win at Staples Center on November 04, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

This proposed Russell Westbrook-Thunder trade would be great for Lakers

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Feb 16, 2022

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