Recently, American media "Bleachers" reporter Jack · Fisher suggested that Lakers management pursue the Rockets' backcourt core Fred · VanVleet at the beginning of the new season. VanVleet currently has two years left on his current contract and is worth more than $80 million, with a team option in his final year. The outlet proposed a 4-for-1 trade that saw the Lakers send Russell, · Vanderbilt, Christie and · Schifino in exchange for the Rockets' VanVleet.
It's a trade package that Lakers management is clearly happy to see. VanVleet is considered one of the best point guards in the league today, with a tough style of play and a tough style. Last season, he played in 73 regular-season games for the Rockets, averaging 17.4 points, 3.8 rebounds, 8.1 assists and 1.4 steals per game while shooting 39 percent from three-point range. As an undrafted pick, VanVleet has always maintained a strong sense of crisis, which has pushed him to give 200 percent of his effort every offseason.
As he got older, VanVleet's style of play changed significantly. He is no longer just about scoring, but more about organising and stringing teams. In the regular season last season, he scored zero points in the first quarter of a number of games and took relatively few shots, showing his emphasis on the team's overall offense. Only when the offense is stagnant will he choose to use his individual ability to score.
If the deal goes through, VanVleet will be LeBron· James and Anthony · Davis' most reliable helpers, further improving the Lakers' competitiveness. At the same time, the Rockets may also take this opportunity to restructure the roster and create more room for young players to develop.
As the new season approaches, the trade dynamics of the Lakers and Rockets are in the spotlight. VanVleet's departure will have a profound impact on the futures of both teams, and fans will be keeping a close eye on the progress of this potential deal.