American media simulated trading: Lakers 5 for 2 Paul George, and Zhan Mei formed a big three! Did the Clippers earn?

Basketball Big Bear

2024-05-15 10:37Published in Hebei

This season, the Lakers' record did not meet the expectations of fans, and the playoffs were even more early, which undoubtedly dealt a heavy blow to the team's management and fans. In the face of such a situation, the American media proposed a set of trade plans for the Lakers this summer, but this plan seems to be not very beneficial to the Lakers in the eyes of many people.

In the package, the Lakers would need to send forwards Hachimura and Vanderbilt, as well as guards Russell and Reaves, plus a 24- or 25-year first-round pick, to get All-Star forward Paul George and veteran PJ Tucker from the Clippers. Such a trade seems to be to improve the strength of the Lakers' roster, but a closer analysis shows that it is not difficult to find the problem.

First of all, although PJ Tucker had a good performance with the Rockets, he is now older and his form has declined severely. His arrival will not bring much help to the Lakers, but may become a burden to the team, and his annual salary next season will exceed 10 million dollars. And although Paul George has a place in the All-Star team, his performance in the playoffs is not satisfactory, whether it is offensive or defensive. With such a state, it is hard to believe that he can play at a better level in the Lakers.

In contrast, the Lakers send players who are not superstars, but everyone is a very practical player. Hachimura and Vanderbilt play an important role in the Lakers' lineup, and their departure will undoubtedly have a big impact on the team's defense and offense. Russell and Reaves are important forces in the team's backcourt, and their departure will also affect the Lakers' organization and tandem. Add to that a valuable first-round pick, and that's obviously a bit too much to pay.

Of course, we cannot deny the possibility of the existence of the transaction itself. After all, basketball is a team sport, and sometimes decisions need to be made for the good of the whole. But the Lakers don't seem to get much out of the deal. If the practicality and stability of the team are sacrificed just for the sake of fame, then such a deal is clearly not worth it.

In addition, we need to take into account the chemistry between the players and the overall style of the team. Even if Paul George and PJ Tucker are both very capable players, if they can't fit into the Lakers' system or develop chemistry with the rest of the team, then their arrival will be in vain. and Zhan Mei's triumvirate, it doesn't look reliable.

So, for the Lakers, they need to be cautious in the trade market this summer. While seeking to improve the strength of the squad, it is also necessary to maintain the stability and usefulness of the team. If it's just an unreasonable trade for the sake of fame, then the Lakers could face even more challenges in the coming season.

Of course, that doesn't mean the Lakers can't be traded to boost their game. They can try to find players who are a better fit for the team's system, or they can develop young power through the draft. On the basis of maintaining the stability of the existing lineup, making appropriate adjustments and improvements is the goal that the Lakers should pursue.

Although the transaction plan proposed by the US media seems tempting, it is not difficult to find the problems in it after careful analysis. The Lakers need to be cautious about the deal and avoid paying too much for the sake of impulse. If the trade goes through, the Clippers, who obviously get a couple of pretty good role players and prospects, will be the biggest beneficiaries.

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