With the 2023-24 NBA season in the rearview mirror, trade rumors are swirling around the league as teams look to make moves in the offseason. The Chicago Bulls and Oklahoma City Thunder have already swapped Alex Caruso for Josh Giddey, following Giddey’s trade request.
Sports analyst Colin Cowherd has proposed a blockbuster trade between the Thunder and the Los Angeles Lakers, centered around Anthony Davis. Cowherd believes that Davis could be a game-changer for the Thunder, who need a big presence like him to compete against dominant centers like Nikola Jokić and Karl-Anthony Towns. With a roster that includes young talents like Chet Holmgren, Luguentz Dort, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, adding Davis could make the Thunder serious contenders for the championship.
On the other hand, Cowherd suggests that the Lakers could benefit from trading Davis for young, ascending players who are ready to contribute at a high level. With players like Jalen Williams and Cason Wallace, the Lakers could add depth and defensive prowess to their roster. While the trade may require involving a third team and taking on a bad contract, Cowherd believes it could be a worthwhile move for both teams.
The Lakers are looking to bounce back from a disappointing first-round playoff exit and a coaching change, while the Thunder are coming off a successful season that saw them reach the Western Conference semifinals. Head coach Mark Daigneault led the Thunder to their first postseason appearance in his tenure with the team.
As the offseason progresses, fans will be eagerly watching to see if a trade involving Anthony Davis materializes and how it could impact the fortunes of both the Thunder and the Lakers. Stay tuned for more updates on NBA trades and transactions as teams gear up for the next season.