As the Los Angeles Lakers (22-22) navigate a season of ups and downs, trade rumors continue to swirl, with the team reportedly eyeing several guards in preparation for the upcoming February 8 trade deadline.
Despite high preseason expectations, the Lakers find themselves at a .500 record, securing 22 wins and facing 22 losses.
NBA insider Shams Charania sheds light on the Lakers’ strategic approach, revealing that they are actively engaged in “doing their due diligence” on a quartet of guards. The targeted players include Dejounte Murray, Bruce Brown Jr., Tyus Jones, and Terry Rozier.
In their pursuit of trade options, the Lakers aim to shore up their backcourt, emphasizing the importance of bolstering their guard lineup for a more balanced and formidable team.