What pick do Lakers need to add in DLo for WCJ trade?

[orlando_joe]

The Orlando backcourt is pretty full with 6 guards on the roster and we seem committed to starting KCP/Suggs. I don't really see the Magic currently having interest in bringing in DLo to come off the bench unless they are moving Cole Anthony and even then I think they'd prefer to give the backup PG role to Anthony Black to continue his development. .

Not trying to sell you on Russell. But curious if you think Orlando would make Black's development a priority over winning? I'm not saying don't try and develop Black, but this is a legit good team. That should be better with the addition of KCP and internal growth.

then why would they even trade wcj without a strong center to take his place? over winning..the fit is not there for magic

[NotACat]

The Orlando backcourt is pretty full with 6 guards on the roster and we seem committed to starting KCP/Suggs. I don't really see the Magic currently having interest in bringing in DLo to come off the bench unless they are moving Cole Anthony and even then I think they'd prefer to give the backup PG role to Anthony Black to continue his development. .

Not trying to sell you on Russell. But curious if you think Orlando would make Black's development a priority over winning? I'm not saying don't try and develop Black, but this is a legit good team. That should be better with the addition of KCP and internal growth.

then why would they even trade wcj without a strong center to take his place? over winning..the fit is not there for magic

People see teams wanting WCJ because he's a starting caliber C that can space the floor, and don't understand that is why Orlando wants to retain him.

Unless they're getting someone like Myles Turner in return, I can't see WCJ being moved.

[Texas Chuck]

The Orlando backcourt is pretty full with 6 guards on the roster and we seem committed to starting KCP/Suggs. I don't really see the Magic currently having interest in bringing in DLo to come off the bench unless they are moving Cole Anthony and even then I think they'd prefer to give the backup PG role to Anthony Black to continue his development. .

Not trying to sell you on Russell. But curious if you think Orlando would make Black's development a priority over winning? I'm not saying don't try and develop Black, but this is a legit good team. That should be better with the addition of KCP and internal growth.

then why would they even trade wcj without a strong center to take his place? over winning..the fit is not there for magic

Did I say anything about them trading him? I asked johns a specific question because I value their take on things. Don't read into my post things that are not there, especially when you can read directly in my post that I'm not trying to sell them on this deal.

[orlando_joe]

Not trying to sell you on Russell. But curious if you think Orlando would make Black's development a priority over winning? I'm not saying don't try and develop Black, but this is a legit good team. That should be better with the addition of KCP and internal growth.

then why would they even trade wcj without a strong center to take his place? over winning..the fit is not there for magic

Did I say anything about them trading him? I asked johns a specific question because I value their take on things. Don't read into my post things that are not there, especially when you can read directly in my post that I'm not trying to sell them on this deal.

wow! ok then

[facothomas22]

I think it's going to cost more than a 1st round pick for the Lakers to flip D'Angelo Russell to Wendell Carter Jr. I means let be honest, if the Magic wanted him at all, they would've simply signed him as a free Agent without even speaking to the Lakers at all.

[Karmaloop]

I think it's going to cost more than a 1st round pick for the Lakers to flip D'Angelo Russell to Wendell Carter Jr. I means let be honest, if the Magic wanted him at all, they would've simply signed him as a free Agent without even speaking to the Lakers at all.

And if the Magic really wanted WCJ as much as you think they did, why would they sign Mo Wagner and Gaga Bitazde to the deals they did? A talented, albeit injury-prone big man isn't overly valuable.

[QMemphis]

I think it's going to cost more than a 1st round pick for the Lakers to flip D'Angelo Russell to Wendell Carter Jr. I means let be honest, if the Magic wanted him at all, they would've simply signed him as a free Agent without even speaking to the Lakers at all.

And if the Magic really wanted WCJ as much as you think they did, why would they sign Mo Wagner and Gaga Bitazde to the deals they did? A talented, albeit injury-prone big man isn't overly valuable.

Your argument isn’t that Orlando wants to trade WCJ because they signed his backups is it lol? If the Magic are looking to win which they are WCJ especially on his contract is a value not only as a versatile center but a price point asset. Also they brought those guys back because they all give them a different level look for matchups and injuries.

[Karmaloop]

Your argument isn’t that Orlando wants to trade WCJ because they signed his backups is it lol? If the Magic are looking to win which they are WCJ especially on his contract is a value not only as a versatile center but a price point asset. Also they brought those guys back because they all give them a different level look for matchups and injuries.

I'm merely saying that WCJ isn't overly valuable by himself, and clearly it seems that Orlando doesn't think super high on him. Why would they have spent $20M/year on backups? He's a nice player, but he's going to play in 60ish games and he's got 2 years, $22.8M remaining on his contract. Let's not make him out to be more than he actually is.

[Nyce_1]

Your argument isn’t that Orlando wants to trade WCJ because they signed his backups is it lol? If the Magic are looking to win which they are WCJ especially on his contract is a value not only as a versatile center but a price point asset. Also they brought those guys back because they all give them a different level look for matchups and injuries.

I'm merely saying that WCJ isn't overly valuable by himself, and clearly it seems that Orlando doesn't think super high on him. Why would they have spent $20M/year on backups? He's a nice player, but he's going to play in 60ish games and he's got 2 years, $22.8M remaining on his contract. Let's not make him out to be more than he actually is.

Because of his injury history, its important to have a 3rd C that's capable of spot starting. Luckily, because of WCj cheap salary, they can afford to spend more at the position than normal.

Keep dreaming about getting him. Orlando values him & his abilities highly.

[Karmaloop]

Because of his injury history, its important to have a 3rd C that's capable of spot starting. Luckily, because of WCj cheap salary, they can afford to spend more at the position than normal.

Keep dreaming about getting him. Orlando values him & his abilities highly.

Consider me one of the Lakers' fans who doesn't think that spending any real assets on a center as a good resource. LBJ/AD will be our 4/5 in the crunch time. We need someone who can eat RS minutes at C.

[Ducklett]

If we were to trade DLo for WCJ, there would need to be a trade before where the Magic traded Jett or AB, because that means DLo is coming to replace them. Too many moving parts for a guy the Magic seemingly don't want in DLo.

[JB2]

I dont hate this as part of a 3 tea mtrade w/ Nets for Claxton mid season.

Orlando out: WCJ, filler, DEN 2025 1st
Orlando in: Claxton

LAL out: Dlo, 2029 protected 1st
LAL in: WCJ

Brooklyn out: Claxton
Brooklyn in: Dlo, filler, DEN 2025 1st, LAL 2029 protected 1st

Lakers should/could just do that deal directly with BK? Obviously using a different 1st than Denver's but it's not like Orlando can't wait another couple years to get that pick.

[Godaddycurse]

I dont hate this as part of a 3 tea mtrade w/ Nets for Claxton mid season.

Orlando out: WCJ, filler, DEN 2025 1st
Orlando in: Claxton

LAL out: Dlo, 2029 protected 1st
LAL in: WCJ

Brooklyn out: Claxton
Brooklyn in: Dlo, filler, DEN 2025 1st, LAL 2029 protected 1st

Thought u want a stretch 5 next to AD/James

Lakers should/could just do that deal directly with BK? Obviously using a different 1st than Denver's but it's not like Orlando can't wait another couple years to get that pick.