In the past, the Los Angeles Lakers have shown interest in trading for players like Zach LaVine. Just a heads up, the Purple and Gold have less than a day to make a deal with the Chicago Bulls. Similarly, for any other players they may be considering trading for before the deadline, the same holds true.

 

The Los Angeles Lakers aren’t precisely a winning club based on their performance this season following their NBA In-Season Tournament (IST) championship. They failed to build on their IST triumph and are reverting to their form from the previous season, when they made a flurry of deals following the 2023 All-Star break. Having said that, Los Angeles is actively seeking the services of another superstar.

For that reason, before the trade deadline, we will examine five NBA greats who may don the Purple and Gold uniform.

Potential Los Angeles Lakers additions like Zach LaVine and other NBA stars include: #1 The talented Zach LaVineMatchup: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Chicago Bulls

Matchup: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Chicago Bulls

It has long been known that the Los Angeles Lakers are keen on signing Zach LaVine. They were rumored to be ready to sign the Chicago Bulls player during the 2023–24 NBA season, after expressing interest in him last season.

Moving to Chicago helped LaVine, an explosive player, hone his outside shooting and perimeter skills. Only Anthony Davis, LeBron James, and Austin Reaves—the current core of Los Angeles’s offense—are reliable in most situations. With the Bulls star on board, they might become an even more formidable opponent in a game.

DeMar DeRozan, #2–New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers

New York Knicks vs. Philadelphia 76ers

The nаme DeMar DeRozan came up multiple times in the rumors that he was going to join the Lakers. Actually, a lot of people thought they signed DeRozan before Russell Westbrook moved in with the Lakers a few seasons back. It was later revealed that they actually settled for Westbrook.

The Purple and Gold have a second chance to finally add DeRozan to their roster this time around. Compared to Zach LaVine, another Bulls superstar, DeMar should be a less expensive purchаse in terms of player value. The veteran guard’s age is obvious, but it hasn’t stopped him from being a top-tier shooter from beyond the arc.

At this time, the Lakers are short on reliable shooters. Even though it’s something that Los Angeles supporters would rather not acknowledge, Taurean Prince is one of the rare players on the team who can consistently make accurate shots. In addition to a reliable shooter, they would get explosiveness in the paint and some active, hands-on defense in DeMar DeRozan, who they could sign.

Green, Draymond #3Matchup: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors

Matchup: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Golden State Warriors

Given Draymond Green’s character on the court, it’s reasonable to sаy that the Lakers probably won’t get him. On the other hand, some squads want strong, аggressive players that can intimidаte their opponents no matter the situation.

Even though he recently re-signed with the Warriors, Green had previously stated his desire to play for the Lakers. Some even speculated that Draymond will leave the Warriors instead of re-signing with them and head to Los Angeles. In hindsight, the rumors were reasonable given Green and LeBron James’s close friendship off the court.

But since that plan never materialized, the Lakers may have their chance to work with the fiery superstar this season. After Green smashed Jusuf Nurkic’s face, he was suspended indefinitely. The Warriors may be looking for a change of pace and may decide to release him before he causes any more damage to the squad.

Basketball star Klay ThompsonSuns of Phoenix vs. Warriors of Golden State

Suns of Phoenix vs. Warriors of Golden State

Speculation swirled earlier this season that Klay Thompson’s future with the Golden State Warriors was uncertain. This occurred because of Thompson’s recent inconsistencies on the field. The Warriors organization is worried that he may soon become a burden because he is obviously not the same player he was during his All-Star years.

If the Los Angeles Lakers are serious about trading for a star this season, Klay Thompson would be a good choice because they need a reliable shooter. Famously, along with Steph Curry, Thompson forms part of the “Splash Brothers” duo. Perhaps Los Angeles would benefit greatly from having a “Splash Brother” play for the Los Angeles Lakers.

Kyrie Irving, who ranks five,Game time: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Dallas Mavericks

Game time: Milwaukee Bucks vs. Dallas Mavericks

In the NBA, Kyrie Irving is known as a potential time bоmb. He will ask for a transfer to a different team as soon as he becomes dissatisfied with his current one. Irving may ask for a trade at any point, considering the Dallas Mavericks’ struggles to become a top Western Conference team.

The Los Angeles Lakers are one club that Kyrie Irving has been linked to from the beginning. Over the previous few seasons, LA has made repeated attempts to acquire Irving via trade, but they have been unsuccessful each time. If he decides to leave Dallas, the Purple and Gold could pursue him again because they are interested in obtaining another star.