Lakers Linked to All-Star Forward in Massive Trade Rumor
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The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a crucial offseason following an earlier-than-expected playoff exit. The Lakers' front office will need to get creative this summer to put together a much more competitive roster.
Los Angeles will be looking to go after upgrades to the frontcourt, but the team also needs more help along the wing as well. The Lakers could use more defensive help, ensuring the team to be able to be well-rounded on both ends of the floor.
One name that has been linked to the Lakers is All-Star forward Andrew Wiggins of the Miami Heat. Lakers insider Jovan Buha mentioned him as a potential trade target for the offseason.
"I like that trade," Buha said of a hypothetical deal that would send Lakers forward Rui Hachimura to the Heat for Wiggins. "I know Wiggins has been a popular guy for Lakers Twitter. He is someone that — I think among the realistic options — he is someone that would check a lot of boxes for the Lakers."
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 21: Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors drives to the basket on Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors during the first half of an NBA basketball game...
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 21: Andrew Wiggins #22 of the Golden State Warriors drives to the basket on Scottie Barnes #4 of the Toronto Raptors during the first half of an NBA basketball game at Chase Center on November 21, 2021 in San Francisco, California. More
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