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Anthony Davis for Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler Trade Rumors Stun Lakers and Heat Fans after LeBron James’ Bronny Bombshell

Published 02/20/2022, 5:30 PM EST

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The NBA trade deadline is over and it has been a chaotic one, to say the least. Despite numerous rumors all through the trade season, the Los Angeles Lakers were unusually quiet. The latest news according to NBA insiders will surely stun the Lakers fanbase. According to reports, Anthony Davis might be on his way out.

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As per the latest reports, the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers might negotiate a trade deal. The trade involves the likes of Anthony Davis, Bam Adebayo, and Jimmy Butler. The LA fanbase is already stunned after the rumors of LeBron James linking him to his son Bronny.

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Anthony Davis trade rumors

The Los Angeles Lakers have been disappointing this season. After the acquisition of Russell Westbrook, the fanbase expected them to challenge for the title. Their disappointing display has left fans stunned and the latest news is sure to shock them further.

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According to Chris Broussard, the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers might be in for a trade. Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler for Anthony Davis might be happening. Although the Lakers fanbase might rejoice considering the lack of form for Davis, the Heat fanbase is certainly fuming.

Bam Adebayo and Jimmy Butler are key to the Heat roster. Thanks to their efforts the Miami Heat are currently 1st in the Eastern Conference and are looking towards an NBA title.

Adebayo averages 18.6 points, 10.2 rebounds, and 3.5 assists this season. Jimmy Butler averages 21.8 points, 6.4 rebounds, and 6.0 assists this season.

AD on the other hand has had a dismal season so far. He has picked up another injury recently against the Utah Jazz after coming back from a month-long recovery. He averages 23.1 points, 9.7 rebounds, and 2.9 assists this season. Although the deal looks improbable currently due to the importance Adebayo and Butler play in the Heat roster, anything might happen in the future.

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Fans react to the latest trade rumors

With the news of the Anthony Davis trade coming out, NBA Twitter has given its reaction.

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Abhinava is an NBA writer for EssentiallySports. He is currently pursuing his Bachelor's in Journalism and Mass Communication. Abhinava has been following NBA for the past 6 years and is a huge fan of the Golden State Warriors and Stephen Curry.
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