The Los Angeles Lakers are currently 20-19 and gradually picking up, and James's change to center has received results, but it has also made the Lakers' center players relatively awkward. Jordan Jr. has fallen out of the team's rotation lineup and will most likely be sent away by the Lakers before the February trade deadline. The US media listed the two most suitable houses traded by Jordan Jr., joining the Heat to help boost the team's hopes of winning the championship, and joining the Hornets to help them storm the playoff spot.
1. Miami Heat
The Heat currently finish fourth in the East with a record of 24 wins and 15 losses, and the Heat's roster is very good, and they are expected to shine in the playoffs. It's just that if the Lakers decide to trade Jordan Jr. to the Heat, they may get more help from the championship.
The Heat have problems with rebounding and interior defense, and the Heat are 11th in the league for their defensive efficiency, and it would be better if they could have more interior players. Adebayor is a steady centre-forward but he needs help. Adebayo continues to recuperate from a thumb problem, which leaves the Heat in a bind. Admittedly, Jordan Jr. is not the ideal person for the Lakers this season, but he is still a veteran who can block and grab rebounds.
This season at the Lakers, Jordan Jr. failed to play his usual influence in the game. However, Jordan Jr. was still able to complete almost one block per game and grab 5.7 rebounds in just 13.2 minutes per game. By contrast, with these stats he will be the Heat's best blocker and fifth-best rebounder. It's hard to see if head coach Eric Spoolstra can play Jordan Jr.'s best level again, but it's worth a try. If Jordan Jr. can play with his solid defensive and rebounding skills, he can be a boost to the Heat's rush.
2. Charlotte Wasp
The Lakers could send Jordan Jr. off through a trade, and another suitable team is the Charlotte Hornets. In the competitive Eastern Conference for the playoffs, the Hornets are somewhat similar to the Heat. The Hornets have some great players, but they severely lack inside strength to control their defensive rebounds. The difference, however, is that the Hornets have made a fairly solid contribution to the protection of everyone on the team, so they are eighth in the league in terms of blocks per game.
Still, what Jordan Jr. can help with is rebounding, especially when it comes to defending the big man rotation. As of now, the Hornets have Plumlee and PJ-Washington as centers. While both are viable options, Plumlee is the only real center on the roster who gets playing time, while Washington is more of a striker. Jordan Jr. could expand the rotation to make better use of Washington. While Jordan Jr. won't play a significant playing time, Jordan Jr. will be able to really strengthen the Hornets' big-man rotation.
In addition, the Hornets' defense is not ideal at the moment, and Jordan Jr. will be able to provide a lot of experience and guidance, especially when it comes to defense. Having to say again, the Hornets will now do whatever it takes to improve the third-worst defense in the league.