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Dec 11, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) starts the game with a jump ball against the Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) during the in the first half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports

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Dec 11, 2022; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) starts the game with a jump ball against the Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) during the in the first half at Little Caesars Arena. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-USA TODAY Sports
After going on a three-game losing streak, the Los Angeles Lakers were able to defeat the Detroit Pistons to avoid losing their fourth. Currently, in the 12th position in the Western Conference, the Lakers’ front office is finally looking to make some moves in order to revamp their roster. And a trade involving the Detroit Pistons might be in the works.
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There is no doubt that despite the amazing breakthrough performances from Anthony Davis, the Los Angeles Lakers haven?t been able to string together a good run lately. After winning a couple of games, the Lakers tend to lose more than they have won.
Lakers willing to send Patrick Beverly to Detroit
This would be a matter of concern for any team?s front office and even their fanbase. But the latest trade rumors involving the Los Angeles Lakers and the Detroit Pistons may be in the works. Specifically involving their 34-year-old veteran, Patrick Beverly.?

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Sep 26, 2022; El Segundo, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Patrick Beverly (21) speaks during Lakers Media Day at UCLA Health Training Center. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-USA TODAY Sports
According to reports, the Lakers are interested in the Pistons forward, Bojan Bogdanovic. However, fans don?t seem to be on board with this trade. One fan tweeted, ?Awful trade?. Not happening.?
https://twitter.com/FreeMotorcadeee/status/1602462743549906947?s=20&t=YUMtJXznMFOy6edV0Fb7kQ
While another fan tweeted, ?We already got news that the pistons turned down an offer exactly like this one.. Hmmm.?
We already got news that the pistons turned down an offer exactly like this one.. hmmm
— STAPLES Center of 𝐿𝑒𝙐𝙉𝙄𝙑𝙀𝙍𝙎𝙀, 𝗔.𝗗. (@thinkerofthings) December 13, 2022
Here are some more reactions from Twitter.
I thought the Pistons weren’t interested in moving Bogdonovic?
— Brad Altman (@brad_altman) December 13, 2022
https://twitter.com/nikolaii_/status/1602504592515772416?s=20&t=YUMtJXznMFOy6edV0Fb7kQ
Hell no we like him in Detroit. Bojan is a baller
— MB (@mbakeman01) December 13, 2022
If lakers get Bojan and Crowder it’s game over
— MR FREEZE 🥶 the $ICeman (@Tedbelieves) December 13, 2022
While some fans seemed to be excited about this trade, some were not on board with this move.
You could tell that Pistons fans did not want this trade whereas the Lakers fanbase could not be happier.
Bojan Bogdanovic lit up the Lakers in their last game. He ended the night with a 38-point performance. And even though the Lakers came out on top, Bogdanovic?s performance did catch the attention of the Lakers? front office.
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How Bojan Bogdanovic could help LeBron James and the Lakers
Bogdanovic is averaging 21.0 PPG, 3.6 RPG, and 2.4 APG this season. But that is not what attracted the Lakers to pursue him. No doubt Bogdanovic can score. But his three-point shooting percentage has been the best since he came into the league.
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Currently, Bogdanovic is averaging 43.7% from beyond the arc. And if anyone has seen recent Lakers games, they can tell that the biggest? problem in their game plan is reliable three-point shooting. His shooting would help spread the floor for LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
And Bogdanovic can seriously help the Lakers in that department. But the real question that arises is, do the Lakers have something that they could offer back to the Pistons? Let us know what you think in the comments section below.
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