The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to trade for a 3-and-D player, sources told Marc Stein of The Stein Line. JJ Redick pointed out the team's lack of point-of-attack defenders following their 132-119 loss to the Spurs in the NBA Cup. "I think being able to contain the basketball is probably the most difficult thing for our team right now," said Redick. The Lakers have … [Read more...] about Lakers Looking For 3-And-D Upgrades In Trade Market
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Lakers Notes: Vanderbilt, Reaves, Smart, Buss Brothers
The Lakers‘ success has helped to mask their defensive deficiencies, but they’ve been a concern all season long, writes Broderick Turner of The Los Angeles Times (subscription required). Even though L.A. is off to a 17-7 start, the team ranks 18th in the league in points surrendered at 116.8 per game, 22nd in opponents’ field goal percentage at 48.1% and 27th in opponents’ … [Read more...] about Lakers Notes: Vanderbilt, Reaves, Smart, Buss Brothers
Chris Paul Open To Playing For More Teams Than Over The Summer
Chris Paul's time with the LA Clippers is nearing an end. Paul is now trade-eligible, and the Clippers are expected to look for a deal for the veteran point guard. This past offseason, Paul was focused on playing for teams on the west coast near his family in Los Angeles. Now, Paul is reportedly open to playing for more teams than he was when he signed with the Clippers. Paul … [Read more...] about Chris Paul Open To Playing For More Teams Than Over The Summer
Clippers vs Grizzlies Preview: Finally Back Home
213hoops.com Clippers vs Grizzlies Preview: Finally Back Home The Clippers are back in Los Angeles/Inglewood after primarily living on the road the past few weeks, and a home crowd could be what’s needed to get them back on track as we head into the holidays. Game Information Where: Intuit Dome, Inglewood, CaliforniaWhen: 7:30 PM PTHow to Watch: FanDuel Sports SoCal, AM … [Read more...] about Clippers vs Grizzlies Preview: Finally Back Home
5 Christmas Wishes For OKC Thunder Including One Key Trade
The Oklahoma City Thunder are the defending NBA champions and very much look like a top candidate to become the league’s first repeat title holders since the Golden State Warriors (2016-18). Still, with the holiday season in full force, here is a look at the Thunder’s wish list. 5 Christmas Wishes For OKC Thunder, Including One Key Trade OKC won’t be playing in the NBA Cup for … [Read more...] about 5 Christmas Wishes For OKC Thunder Including One Key Trade