“That’s Trash WTF”: LeBron James’ Lakers Seem To Have Dodged a Bullet with Unrealistic Trade, LA Fans Rejoice

The Los Angeles Lakers seemed to be engaged in trade conversations this entire offseason. They were trying to see what they can get for Russell Westbrook, but were unable to find a trade that was good for them. However, a report came out that suggested that the Lakers rejected a trade idea this summer. And LA fans are rejoicing that the LeBron James-led Lakers did not go for the trade.

The Lakers went into the offseason to find a solution to their problems after a disappointing 2021-22 season. They were actively trying to see what they can get for Russell Westbrook. But their unwillingness to add their two draft picks meant that they did not find any good offers.

One team that the Lakers were in talks constantly was the Utah Jazz. They had already acquired Patrick Beverley from the Jazz and were looking to get more assets. Especially with the Jazz undergoing a full rebuild mode.

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But the Lakers rejected an idea that was floated by the Jazz. The idea was that the Lakers will send their 2027 and 2029 1st-round picks for Bojan Bogdanovic, Mike Conley, Rudy Gay and a 2023 pick. This trade would have put the Lakers over the salary cap limit and they would have a huge luxury tax bill.

LA fans cheer that the front office rejected trade to bolster LeBron James-led Lakers team

The Lakers fans were very happy to see the trade idea rejected. This trade could have helped them shore up the bench but the fans did not like the idea of the three players joining the team. Here are some of the best reactions:

The reaction of the fans express clearly that they didn’t like the terms of the trade.

The Lakers lose the opening game

The Lakers began their regular season campaign against the Golden State Warriors on October 18. But they failed to show up as they got blown out of the building by the Warriors.

They were down by as much as 30 in the second half but they cut it down later in the game. The problems were pretty evident as the Lakers struggled with outside shooting and depth.

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But the play of LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Russell Westbrook were promising and the Lakers still have hope despite losing their season opener. They just need to develop chemistry and get consistent performances from their bench squad.