Still present in the Lakers roster, Kyle Kuzma remains on an ejection seat as the start of the season approaches. If the young winger continued to show difficulty, his team could give him up in exchange for one of the following 5 players.
Buddy Loved
Discreetly but surely, Buddy Hield is approaching his prime, almost 28 years old. The rear therefore no longer has to prove his shooting skills, and would not be irremovable from the Kings roster. The Bahamian sniper, by his profile, would undoubtedly fit perfectly into the game of the Lakers, and would enjoy the offerings of LeBron James or Anthony Davis.
Evan Fournier
Same age, same position, same offensive palette and same danger behind the arc, Evan Fournier has the advantage of having a short contract. His current lease, whose salary is also similar to that of Buddy Hield, will end at the end of the coming season. This would therefore leave flexibility to LA during the next offseason.
JJ Redick
In terms of gunner referenced in the league, it is difficult to find better on the market than JJ Redick. From the top of his 36 years, the trigger of the Pelicans would join a workforce already well supplied in terms of experience, and would therefore not be disoriented. In addition, he could in the City of Angels revive his series of appearances in the playoffs, broken last season.
DeMar DeRozan
Sent to the Lakers in recent rumors, DeMar DeRozan did not hide his enthusiasm for joining a franchise of this caliber. At 31, time is running out for the Spurs back, still looking to secure his 1st champion ring. In a role of 3rd star / scorer, he could finally achieve his goal.
Derrick Rose
His profile has also been studied by Rob Pelinka and his assistants in recent months, and his place in his current team would not be guaranteed in the long term. Derrick Rose, 32, also deplores the lack of a title in his record, and would be a serious asset for the Lakers to win a new one if he came to join them.
In case of a disappointing start to the season from their player, the Lakers would therefore have many options to strengthen themselves while parting with Kyle Kuzma. For now, the winger retains the confidence of his leaders.
