Summary
The Los Angeles Lakers did not make major trades at the February deadline, but they are positioning themselves to potentially acquire Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo in the summer. An NBA insider reported that Giannis might leave Milwaukee, and the Lakers are keeping their options open to make a strong bid.
Key Facts
- The Lakers want to pair Luka Doncic with another strong player like Giannis Antetokounmpo.
- An NBA insider suggested Giannis leaving the Bucks this summer is possible.
- The Lakers traded for Luke Kennard with the goal of future flexibility.
- Kennard's salary will be off the Lakers' financial records after this season.
- The Lakers aim to maintain significant salary cap space, possibly over $50 million.
- LeBron James and Austin Reaves might explore new teams, affecting the Lakers' plans.
- The Lakers have additional draft picks they can use in potential trades for Giannis.
- Giannis and Doncic could form an effective partnership on the court.
