Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers are considering a trade to improve their defense before the trade deadline. They are interested in Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis, who is known for his defensive skills and three-point shooting. The Lakers are struggling defensively this season and see Ellis as a potential solution.
Key Facts
- The Lakers currently have the sixth-best record in the NBA but struggle with defense.
- They rank 24th in defensive rating, allowing 117.4 points per 100 possessions.
- The Lakers are also at the bottom of the league in several other defensive statistics.
- Sacramento Kings guard Keon Ellis is known for his strong defense and three-point shooting ability.
- Ellis has a career 41.6% success rate in three-point shooting.
- His current contract is low-cost, which fits well within the Lakers' budget.
- The Lakers are interested in trading for Ellis to strengthen their team defensively.
