The NBA
rumors mill have the
Los Angeles Lakers on target as usual. LA, with a 21-21 record at the midway point of their season, are looking to bolster their roster.
Tyus Jones of the Washington Wizards and
Collin Sexton of the Utah Jazz are some of the names that are mentioned in the house of purple and gold.
Despite having a core that led them to the Western Conference Finals last season, the Lakers face notable challenges, especially in the lack of three-point shooting and speed at the point guard position.
According to close sources, the top trade target for the Lakers remains Dejounte Murray of the Atlanta Hawks, a scoring guard who would bring versatility to the team. However, the high costs associated with Murray have led Los Angeles to explore other options.
Tyus Jones emerges as a solid alternative. The Wizards shooting guard has shown consistency this season, averaging 12.8 points and 5.6 assists per game. In addition, his ability to make baskets with an impressive 52.0% shooting from the field and a solid 42.0% from the three-point line makes him an attractive option.
Collin Sexton, meanwhile, adds an extra dimension to the game. With an outstanding scoring ability, Sexton contributes 16.9 points and 3.9 assists in just 23.5 minutes per game. His shooting efficiency, at 48.9% overall and 37.1% from downtown, positions him as a valuable offensive threat.
The decision to explore these alternative options could indicate the Lakers' concern about the cost of acquiring Dejounte Murray. Jones and Sexton not only offer more affordable solutions, but could also improve the team's depth and versatility in a significant way.
With the trade deadline approaching, Lakers fans are biting their nails, wondering if any of these rumors will come true and if these moves will be enough to catapult the team into a more successful second half of the season.
