Despite making moves to improve their squad in the offseason, the Los Angeles Lakers allegedly remain dissatisfied and are looking to add depth at point guard. Several notable point guards, including Trae Young, have been mentioned in a recent story from The Athletic about potential moves by the Lakers.
This shows the Lakers’ dedication to bolstering their backcourt and creating a better supporting cast for superstar LeBron James. In spite of making some major decisions in the offseason, the team still doesn’t appear to be leaving any stone unturned in their quest for an NBA title. It’s clear that they intend to build a championship-caliber roster for the upcoming season, as seen by their pursuit of renowned point guards.
Lakers shift focus to Trae Young in pursuit of ending championship dry spell
Jovan Buha, an NBA insider, recently reported for The Athletic on the Los Angeles Lakers continuous pursuit of elite point guards. According to reports, in their search for a top-tier point guard, the Lakers have considered several choices, including high-profile players like Damian Lillard, Kyle Lowry, and Kyrie Irving.
Although the Lakers have made it a priority to maintain team cohesion, they have not forgotten the value of top-tier point guards. Depending on what happens with the Atlanta Hawks, Los Angeles has maintained an interest in Trae Young.
This news comes after Austin Reaves’ impressive performance at the 2023 FIBA World Cup and after he helped them season before. Although Reaves has the potential to become the team’s floor manager, Young is more appealing owing to his expertise and skill set.
As Buha had previously reported, they had been discussing a possible trade offer for Young internally. The team still remain committed to acquiring Young, despite the questioning of his postseason performance and his exclusion from All-Star and All-NBA teams.
What year was the last time the Lakers won the NBA championship?
In 2020, the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Miami Heat in a six-game series and won the NBA Finals 4-2 to claim their 17th title. They, inspired by LeBron James and Anthony Davis, proved too strong in Orlando’s insulated environment, and they eventually won the championship.
The team have taken the initiative to strengthen their roster over the winter in preparation for this season. They have made calculated measures to improve their prospects of making another championship run while keeping LeBron and AD in the fold. Acquiring Gabe Vincent and retaining D’Angelo Russell an exceptional point guard, is one of their biggest offseason operations. The club benefits greatly from Westbrook’s spectacular playmaking and scoring talents.
With these changes, the Lakers are reaffirming their dedication to winning an NBA title and cementing their legacy as one of the league’s best teams.
