Even though they lack the cap space to sign free-agent guard DeMar DeRozan of the Chicago Bulls, the Los Angeles Lakers might still end up being the guard’s destination in a sign-and-trade deal.
Greg Swartz of Bleacher Report mentioned that if D’Angelo Russell leaves the Lakers this offseason, DeRozan might sign and trade.
If D’Angelo Russell declines his $18.7 million player option (to move L.A. below the first round), and Los Angeles sends back some combination of Rui Hachimura ($17 million), Austin Reaves ($12.9 million), Gabe Vincent ($11.0 million), and Jarred Vanderbilt ($10.7 million) in exchange, then going home to Los Angeles in a sign-and-trade with the Lakers could work, according to a June 9 post by Swartz.
The amount that DeRozan receives in a new contract will determine the moving parts.
According to Darnell Mayberry of The Athletic, the six-time NBA All-Star and the Bulls were unable to come to an agreement on a new contract because of disagreements over the contract’s length and value.
“The Bulls would be pleased to offer DeRozan a two-year contract extension. DeRozan’s group would undoubtedly
to the long-term adaptability of the Bulls,” Mayberry wrote on June 4.
DeRozan, 35, however, desires long-term safety.
DeMar DeRozan is a Lakers fan who “can’t say no.”
DeRozan, who played standout basketball for USC—a school located very close to the Staples Center—and Compton High School, did not rule out going back home.
In response to a question regarding the prospect of playing for his hometown team, DeRozan stated on “Run it Back” on May 15, “I’ve been a Lakers fan since Day One.” “Playing at home is always an option, especially if you represent a legendary club like the Lakers.
Thus, only time will tell. We’ll see how the cards land. I’ll wait and see what occurs until then. I’ll be where people want me to be at all times. Knowing Imma’s behaviour
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