This NBA off-season is one of the very important parts for LeBron James and the Lakers. Likewise, they have their targets all set. It is heavily known that Kyrie Irving is the top target for the purple and gold to sign. However, KAI isn’t the only player who can make the purple and gold rise back to glory. An Indiana Pacers star is open to making a trip out to Los Angeles for the coming season.

The Pacers have been on a journey to rebuild ever since they traded away their All-Star, Domantas Sabonis. However, it wasn’t supposed to be him. According to the reports, Myles Turner was expecting to be packaged instead of Sabonis. The shot-blocking machine has been wanting to move away for the past 2 years. And it seems Turner is still on the same page.

With the Lakers looking to get back to the top, they have options in front of them. According to a close source to Turner, the big man from Indiana is willing to join the Lake Show for the coming season.

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Turner all set to land at the Lakers?

The Los Angeles Lakers are coming off one of their worst regular seasons. A team led by LeBron James, the team was able to win just 33 games. Injuries were the biggest reason the purple and gold never got to prosper. However, their defense was one of the worst in the league. With Anthony Davis out for most of the season, the Lakers’ frontcourt struggled. But with the recent news, their frontcourt may see a huge upgrade.

With the recent reports, it looks like the Lakers just can’t get enough of the Indiana Pacers. Afer heavily going for Buddy Hield, the Lakers may be making a move for Myles Turner. And the big man is open to making the move.

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With Turner dining the Lakers jersey, their frontcourt could quickly become their biggest strength. With a healthy Anthony Davis all set to return, the partnership between him and Turner could make a formidable force in the paint. Both of them are elite shot blockers, with Turner ranking among the best every season. The Pacers center has averaged over 2 blocks in 5 of his 7 seasons in the NBA. However, like Davis, Turner has also been dealing with his injury worries.

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Despite all the worries, Turner would add a huge boost to the Lakers’ defense. With a poor defense already, the purple and gold would welcome Myles Turner would open arms. Looking to make a change in a hurry, do you think a frontcourt of Anthony Davis and Myles Turner could be the key for the Lakers? Let us know your views in the comments below.