Although the Los Angeles Lakers stopped at the Western Conference last season, the team's problems have clearly improved in the new season. The team used to have an offensive opportunity, but the basket shot was very hurt without a score, and the player's shooting state was not consistent.
This season's Lakers offseason through the trade of general manager Pelinka has provided a big improvement on the offensive and defensive end of the team, the team's current chemistry is good, and the team has a lot of depth. However, the defensive problems and offensive continuity in the backcourt have not been greatly improved.
The Lakers are finally determined to act, and they plan a big trade to send Russell away in exchange for a player who is more defensive and playable. The potential trade target is All-Star guard Holloday, who is averaging 17+6 from the Celtics.
The brilliant defender and playmaker has shown strength in the Green Army and has become an important pillar of the team's backfield. His arrival will breathe new life into the Lakers' guard line, making the team's offense and defense more balanced. With the All-Star guard's arrival, his defensive and organizational skills will make the Lakers' offense and defense more coordinated. Holloday's speed and agility will give the Lakers more tactical flexibility on the court.
But the deal is not without uncertainty. First, whether the Celtics are willing to give up Holloday is not known if the other side is willing to accept the terms of the trade proposed by the Lakers. Second, the Lakers need to agree with Russell that he is willing to be part of the deal, which requires the cooperation and coordination of all parties to ultimately achieve the success of the deal.
In addition, the arrival of Holloday will also bring more changes to the Lakers' tactical system, he has excellent passing ability and reading the game, can control the overall situation on the court, will make the Lakers' offense more fluid and diverse. He is able to create more offensive opportunities for the team, while also providing strong support on the defensive end.
For the Celtics, if they can get a player like Russell, then their backcourt quality will also improve. Russell's scoring ability and playmaking skills will bring more variety and possibilities to the team. Russell's arrival will also provide more opportunities for young Celtic players to grow and learn.
For the Lakers and Celtics, this deal will not only bring seismic changes to both teams, but also inject endless possibilities into future games. This will undoubtedly be a compelling deal, but of course, it is only speculation and rumors at the moment, and the real details and results of the transaction will still take time to reveal.
The Lakers and Celtics, two traditional strong teams, if they can successfully conclude this deal, believe that the Lakers and Celtics can improve their guard line strength, Russell's organizational ability can free up the double scouts to relieve pressure on assists and the organizational end, and Holloday can relieve James' ball-holding pressure I believe that the Lakers and Celtics will go further in the playoffs.