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The Lakers send Russ to Houston
In what may end up being the most likely of outcomes, the Los Angeles Lakers turn their attention to the Houston Rockets. Eric Gordon is a player that would make a ton of sense for the Lakers, though he could be one of the most sought-after players at the trade deadline this year.
Gordon is a player that could still score at an efficient rate and one that would fit nicely next to LeBron James and Anthony Davis. Plus, he would likely only cost the Lakers one of their first-round picks. And maybe they could get the Rockets to throw in a player like Kenyon Martin Jr.?
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It would be surprising if the Lakers didn’t make a move at all at some point this season. And if they hope to make any sort of splash, it will probably cost them a future first-round pick at the least. It’ll be interesting to see how this season unwinds for the Lakers.