Something fishy going on with the Lakers

[JustBuzzin]

Lakers can only trade one pick + Reaves and whatever. Good luck with that in a bidding war.

Lakers owe their 2027 first to the Jazz and their 2029 first to the Mavericks, so the Stepien rule blocks them from also moving 2026, 2028 or 2030 right now. The only cleanly tradeable first at the moment is a single far-out one, 2031 or 2032, not both. After the 2026 draft, they can trade picks from 2031 and 2033.

Never doubt the Lakers

We all thought it was impossible they could get a Luka and look how that turned out.

Lakers always do this crap.

[levon]

Isn't Reaves set to be a FA and whatever team that has him when he becomes one can only offer a certain amount because of his current deal? Might be mistaken on that.

But either way just lol at the idea of Reaves being the centerpiece in a deal for Giannis. Lakers don't have the picks or the prospects to make that deal happen. And I hope Giannis is not dumb enough to demand to only go to LA. LeBron/Luka/Giannis seems like a terrible fit on paper and the rest of the roster would have to be vet min guys

The deal would be a re-signed Reaves + 3 firsts + swaps for Giannis in the summer. That's not non-competitive, it's probably not the best offer? If Reaves is for real maybe it's in the ballpark? And in this scenario LeBron walks or retires.

Maybe if LA had some other teams firsts but you gotta think that if you're putting Luka/Giannis together those picks are all going to be 25th or later and Reaves + 3 late firsts doesn't seem like a great return for an MVP level player. Reaves is a solid player but let's not kid ourselves, he is not the kind of player you trade an MVP for.

I think to get Giannis you're going to need at least 1 all-star or a blue chip prospect with massive upside along with a couple solid young players and probably 5-6 1sts/swaps at minimum

You're probably right though I'd take away some firsts and swaps given his age and contract and injury concerns the last few years. I think the Lakers are a huge longshot for landing him. Seems like he wants to move closer to the East coast for quicker flights to Greece, if anything.

[Lalouie]

giannis said he wants to play in nyc

that being said al always wanted to see him paired with luka

and THAT being said, i say nix on that because this may make lebron rethink about retiring, and i like the idea of not ever seeing him on court again

[dWadeOwnzYou]

I mean, the Lakers did get Luka for basically nothing.

[marthafokker]

Want LAL to win the play in... don't want another magical lotto winner like Mavs and Spurs last year.

And if LAL magically wins the 1st round, even better. Hahaha.

[Edrees]

It's not a coincidence both LeBron and Luka are out with mysterious injuries. Reaves gets to stat pad and up his trade value heading into the trade deadline. It's possible the Lakers are gearing up for a Giannis trade before the deadline using Reaves as the main piece and whatever picks they have to offer. Reaves going to be a all-star at this rate. Bucks will be forced by Giannis to trade him to the Lakers. Getting a all-star Reaves gives Milwaukee some hope moving forward.

You guys think I'm crazy or am I on to something here?

The Mavericks GM called Milwaukee 2 weeks before he contacted the Lakers. He proposed Luka for Giannis and the Bucks didn't discuss it.

And now you think they will discuss it not for Luka but for Reaves?

is that true or were the Mavs trying to save face with that story? Latter seems more likely, unless bucks can back that story up.

[SkyBill40]

Lakers can only trade one pick + Reaves and whatever. Good luck with that in a bidding war.

Lakers owe their 2027 first to the Jazz and their 2029 first to the Mavericks, so the Stepien rule blocks them from also moving 2026, 2028 or 2030 right now. The only cleanly tradeable first at the moment is a single far-out one, 2031 or 2032, not both. After the 2026 draft, they can trade picks from 2031 and 2033.

Never doubt the Lakers

We all thought it was impossible they could get a Luka and look how that turned out.

Lakers always do this crap.

There was some collusion between the Lakers and Mavs, with the friendship of Pelinka and Harrison being the major play. If someone else is GM and lacks that connection, the Lakers get hung up on.

No one but people with a connection to the Lakers are trying to actively assist the Lakers. Why would they? Yeah, let's willingly trade our franchise players to another team and get their second and third rate castoffs so we can sabotage our own team because.. .it's the Lakers!

To hell with that.

[SkyBill40]

It's not a coincidence both LeBron and Luka are out with mysterious injuries. Reaves gets to stat pad and up his trade value heading into the trade deadline. It's possible the Lakers are gearing up for a Giannis trade before the deadline using Reaves as the main piece and whatever picks they have to offer. Reaves going to be a all-star at this rate. Bucks will be forced by Giannis to trade him to the Lakers. Getting a all-star Reaves gives Milwaukee some hope moving forward.

You guys think I'm crazy or am I on to something here?

The Mavericks GM called Milwaukee 2 weeks before he contacted the Lakers. He proposed Luka for Giannis and the Bucks didn't discuss it.

And now you think they will discuss it not for Luka but for Reaves?

is that true or were the Mavs trying to save face with that story? Latter seems more likely, unless bucks can back that story up.

Seems to be solidly legit.

https://www.si.com/nba/mavericks/onsi/news/dallas-mavericks-also-reached-out-milwaukee-bucks-minnesota-timberwolves-about-possible-luka-doncic-trade-giannis-antetokounmpo-anthony-edwards

[KyRo23]

Yeah, I mean the NBA has never engaged in anything shady! Not even once!

Never said that. It’s literally every topic, every day. You can be weary and question things, but once it turns into things like this, constantly, it’s not even to the point of being logical. It’s witch hunting

He’s pointed out strong circumstantial evidence. They never had video of the Idaho murderer and he did it. Same principle applies here

We have different definitions of strong circumstantial evidence if you guys honestly believe that The Bucks would even listen to an offer of Reaves and picks for Giannis, you are beyond gone. Lakers have absolutely nothing to offer for Giannis

BTW the Idaho murderer was caught because of DNA evidence , that piled with the "circumstantial evidence" is why he was caught

[durden_tyler]

It's not a coincidence both LeBron and Luka are out with mysterious injuries. Reaves gets to stat pad and up his trade value heading into the trade deadline. It's possible the Lakers are gearing up for a Giannis trade before the deadline using Reaves as the main piece and whatever picks they have to offer. Reaves going to be a all-star at this rate. Bucks will be forced by Giannis to trade him to the Lakers. Getting a all-star Reaves gives Milwaukee some hope moving forward.

You guys think I'm crazy or am I on to something here?

No. Lakers fans like you just can't accept the fact that this is not a very good team.

[itrsteve]

There's a near $40m gap between the salary of Reeves and Giannis.

C'mon, we're on RealGM for christ sakes, at least have some awareness of the CBA

[JRoy]

Some team needs to donate a superstar stat!

[The4thHorseman]

It's not a coincidence both LeBron and Luka are out with mysterious injuries. Reaves gets to stat pad and up his trade value heading into the trade deadline. It's possible the Lakers are gearing up for a Giannis trade before the deadline using Reaves as the main piece and whatever picks they have to offer. Reaves going to be a all-star at this rate. Bucks will be forced by Giannis to trade him to the Lakers. Getting a all-star Reaves gives Milwaukee some hope moving forward.

You guys think I'm crazy or am I on to something here?

Your thread and post are by far more fishy than thinking Reaves is being "allowed to stat pad" for trade purposes.

[Frank Dux]

Stop.

The Lakers don’t have the assets to trade for Giannis.

[Inigo Montoya]

Something fishy is going on with the Lakers? This must be a day that ends with the letter 'y'.

[MrBigShot]

Reaves is really damn good. LA should look to upgrade their wing rotation and try to go all the way.

[Perishable517]

It's not a coincidence both LeBron and Luka are out with mysterious injuries. Reaves gets to stat pad and up his trade value heading into the trade deadline. It's possible the Lakers are gearing up for a Giannis trade before the deadline using Reaves as the main piece and whatever picks they have to offer. Reaves going to be a all-star at this rate. Bucks will be forced by Giannis to trade him to the Lakers. Getting a all-star Reaves gives Milwaukee some hope moving forward.

You guys think I'm crazy or am I on to something here?

Are you high? IF Luka was coming back, as well, then maybe.

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[Tracymcgoaty]

Yeah i'd say you're right..About being **** insane.

[Kingdibs19]

https://basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/282550/Gabe-Vincent-Suffers-Slight-Ligament-Tear-In-Ankle-Out-2-4-Weeks

OP is right

[Sane]

Nah. NBA is setting the table for a Flagg vs Wemby future. Those two are perfect for marketing domestically and internationally. They can generate revenue for the next 20 years together.

Doubt the Lakers win one with Luka there tbh. The West is too good and Rockets/Spurs/Thunder are still young.