It should be noted that until December 15, when newly signed players can be dealt, almost all Lakers trade rumors are not actionable. The Lakers are unable to close a deal until then because a large portion of their roster is still unsigned. Additionally, on January 15, Austin Reaves and Rui Hachimura become eligible for trades.
The Lakers’ win over the Suns on Saturday night in Phoenix mercifully put a stop to a frustrating NBA road trip that started with three straight losses. But it won’t put a stop to the fact that, though it is only mid-November, Lakers trade rumor season is already here. And Trae Young is on the menu.
Bleacher Report’s Eric Pincus has a doozy for Lakers VP Rob Pelinka, what he is dubbing a “panic trade” borne of L.A.’s disappointing 4-5 start: The Lakers pulling off a blockbuster deal for Hawks star Trae Young.
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