Now that the deadline has passed, franchises will have to wait until summer to shake up the market. The Lakers are expected at the turn, with the potential departure of Russell Westbrook, if anyone wants him. But more surprisingly, the same question arises regarding Anthony Davis.
It’s been almost a month since the deadline passed, the moment chosen by Philadelphia to shake up the market with James Harden. For the next major trades, we will still have to be patient, and wait more precisely for the summer, which promises to be turbulent for the Lakers following their completely failed season.
We can imagine that the front office is already working on the departure of Russell Westbrook, who is struggling to convince within his team. But is the market interested? Given his performance, the answer is no, which already complicates the task of Rob Pelinka and company. But what regarding Anthony Davis?
Major trade in sight for the Lakers?
Nothing suggests today that the Lakers want to turn the page Davis, but if so, do suitors exist? Certainly, even if finding an agreement looks very complicated. According to a source, reported by Sam Amico, the player’s rating has never been so low.
An opposing executive explained to me that Davis was even less valuable today, and in a big way. It is no longer an asset.
Severe for Davis? Not necessarily, because his injuries are starting to last, which does not help the player’s reputation, already tarnished with the Pelicans in the past.
The interior is not known to spend long periods of time in the infirmary, but he often goes through small physical glitches. This season is already Davis’ second big injury for the Angelinos, and the result is paid for in cash. He has not played more than 62 games in a season since coming to the city of Angels, which is worrying.
The age is also to be taken into account, since Davis will celebrate his 29th birthday in a few days. He is not getting any younger, something to worry regarding some franchises. So obviously, the interest exists in the league, but the offers are not likely to be impressive to recruit the number 3 of the Lakers.
Anthony Davis traded? The Lakers don’t want that, and even if they do, finding a satisfying trade is next to impossible. This season does not do business from the inside, which is struggling to convince. We will have to reassure by the playoffs.
