The Lakers Just Pulled off a GAME CHANGING Trade for Dorian Finney Smith! | Trade D'Angelo Russell!

[@JSM24]

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[@itk.r8rsn8k15]

meh..

[@JohnPhilipCo]

@@JSM24 Dfs is a legit 3 and d, he can come of the bench or start replacing either Rui or Kobe Jr

[@kayKay-py1dy]

Horrible trade. I don’t even like DLO but they could’ve done better than this

[@itk.r8rsn8k15]

Smith can also opt out of his contract next year.

[@mikegiles9702]

​@@kayKay-py1dydon't nobody cares what you think go to sleep

[@sh09un1]

I feel like AR's huge 16 assist game was the last nudge to move on from Dlo as he showed that he can be trusted to play and thrive in that role. Realistically the ball is always going to be in either AR or Brons hands so maybe the priority should be to finally get that reliable backup big

[@lescuyertourisme7328]

Reaves can also be a turnover machine. D'lo's playmaking will be missed.

[@PayAttEx]

@@lescuyertourisme7328 I think Dlo had more chances than most and even I thought he just needed more time, but after last year playoffs I am convinced he just doesn't have it when the pressure is on. You just can't have those kind of performances in the important games. Had he contributed just a little bit more we beat Denver, every game was so close but he was just not there mentally.

[@sh09un1]

@@lescuyertourisme7328 I don't mind TO's from your point, Bron has just as many in any given game. It just means that he's aggressive and willing to take chances to create. There is nothing aggressive about D'lo, his style slows the game down and lately he's just been playing lazy. This is a good time to move on from him.

[@anubis3963]

Reaves needs to be traded next to many turnovers

[@erikbarnes9991]

I agree 100%

[@AndreP1524]

Watch Laker fans are gonna be surprised by Milton too, He’s a good 6’5 guard to have off the bench, When he gets his opportunities Lakers added needed versatility length on Wings in this trade

[@CBoogie91]

Pretty sure he torched the lakers as well last season

[@RobertRatliff]

Ok lol

[@will-i-am386]

Stop the cap

[@Drogas3653]

Let’s not act like he’s good. He’ll barely play

[@jimmyjames24]

I'm not sure he will get much playing time, but at least he replaces 1 of the non-playable roster spots. And a spark when needed.

[@LakersFFS]

DLo was phenomenal when he was fully engaged, but the problem was that he rarely reached that level of focus

[@Kavie93]

Always the same story, what more does he need to be fully engaged

[@scramblatrix]

Doesn’t matter how good Dlo is or how well he fits in the rotation. The fact that he’s straight up cheeks in the playoffs means we better off taking a gamble on someone else. Could finish top seed with dlo averaging 40 only for him to vanish in the playoffs

[@natisaver]

Milton has been underrated his whole career bro was always hopping on the sixers

[@will-i-am386]

Naw rated right just mediocre

[@Flawless_technique]

This is facts had him on my fantasy team

[@alaye5583]

That’s a foul

[@jayburnham3994]

​@@Flawless_techniquei think only fantasy people understand what he does. Well at least now he will get spotlight

[@patricksanchez5052]

Hope Dlo become an all star once again in brooklyn.

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

D'angelo Russell not becoming a all star on a losing Nets team

[@duyvuitton6019]

DLo's career trajectory is so weird. Drafted by Lakers, traded to Nets, then Timberwolves, then back to Lakers and now back to the Nets.

[@raypowellcomprendio2391]

@@duyvuitton6019dont forget the warriors

[@gameplayer1980]

"The lights are bright in LA" - that's the gotcha for the longest time. Good players become average or even less when they play in LA.

[@ALFORTUNE22]

This isn't spoken about enough

[@EduardoISF]

They either with their opportunity or don’t. Only players as of late that have thrived have been their drafted players (Christie, Reaves & Knecht). I am giving the benefit of a doubt to Gabe Vincent as he’s been playing great as of late since he got healthy.

[@buddymike9]

yep and traded two years later

[@aikcastle5043]

It's quite true. Let's see if they're not like the rest they've acquired so far.

[@edwardvaldez8737]

Finney-Smith's true value lies in his defensive versatility. His shooting will probably be like Danny Green or KCP but who cares! Shooters are not immune to slumps.

[@skycastleachievements2273]

You're making way too big of a deal about Dorian Finney-Smith's age in the cons. Yes, he's 31 but he was only born in 1993. And guess what, Anthony Davis is also 31 years old. So if AD being 31 doesn't keep you up at night and fearing his decline despite being injury-prone, then I think Dorian Finney-Smith will be just fine.

[@AfroPrieto]

Completely agree, Cam Johnson trade value is too high, DFS was the best 3&D option out there

[@daonewhowas]

I feel like Shake Milton is an underrated two way guard. I only watched his sixers days but he seems like a nice fit. Instead of a backup guard Lakers should go for a big like Nick richards, who is affordable and young and can provide value right now. Maybe Lakerd could even trade two players for him and open a roster spot for a backup guard too.

[@selwynandrews7716]

I been thinking bout Richards and Mann from CHA or Kessler and sexton from UTA.

[@KelGhu]

Shake is a top3 most valuable player (points/salary) in NBA fantasy right now

[@officialdownload4]

@@selwynandrews7716 Tre Mann would be nice on this Lakers team.

[@gregpollard7158]

Great Moves!!! • DFS is an Athletic “3&D Wing” that can play 3/4 or 5 in Small Ball Line Ups. My Best Comparison is Markieff Morris with Cam Reddish’s Athletic Ability that has some Hood 🥷Brotha in Him so He is not gone let anyone Punk/Bully His Teammates. • Shake Milton is a 6’5 Streaky Shooter (More Athletic D’Lo) that can Handle the Ball. • We just need a Young Athletic Big Body Center - Kessler however, if They want 2-1sts for Him then, Nik Richards.

[@lethality5290]

I'd go all in at this point and give up both firsts for Myles Turner

[@moneymoney3235]

I would too

[@judahchild2612]

Then you don’t have a future 😂 Myles turner is not going to get the lakers over the hump 2 first round picks should be for a superstar

[@StuPV]

​@@judahchild2612turner is a 5 who can also space the floor and is an elite defender. He's actually a fantastic big to put out there with AD since he doesn't just clog the paint

[@judahchild2612]

@ he’s not with 2 first round picks 🤣 . Why would anyone give up their future for Myles turner . Give me Derrick lively, if the lakers were smart they’d bring Zubac back . 🤣

[@KIrvin_The_Scholar]

Remember when we could have got Turner & Hield for.both first. Even Kyrie at one point & Rob was scared to pull the trigger

[@DayShawnrShow]

Finally. I was waiting for this breakdown.

[@rickysyndab8447]

I want to emphasize since he’s a person that doesn’t really need the ball in his hands. I hope that Lakers fans will understand that he may have a game or two he’s probably not gonna shoot the ball well and he’s probably gonna get the blame and he’s a good fit in my opinion. I just think Lakers fans will need to prepare for those donut games he might give but I think he might be better than Gabe Vincent

[@perry7595]

Lakers NEED to get Jakob Poeltl

[@artLopez24]

Walker Kessler preferably

[@loganwalters5672]

They would need to trade Vincent and vanderbilt or just rui

[@AndreP1524]

Gotta match the salary to get him and TOR don’t need a Rui with them having Barrett and Barnes and Dick, Fans gotta learn SALARY CAP and the CBA

[@rickpeso7854]

He's making too much money, wouldn't start either don't see it happening

[@JohnPhilipCo]

Clint Capela, Kessler, Robert Williams, Jakob Poetl

[@jurgenklop6092]

Trade JHS, Hayes, 2sec for Nick Richards AR Gabe Fultz Max DK Milton Bronny DFS Vando Cam Bron Rui AD Nick Wood

[@Shawnpee3496]

I was waiting for you to drop the bombshell

[@relaxingmindfulnessmusic]

Much love for DLO! NBA trades are crazy!

[@FrankTaharka-ib2lo]

Milton going to help them a lot with perimeter defense watch

[@anthonysnowden8993]

I don’t mind DFS. He’s one of the players we needed. I still would love to see us get Chris Boucher, Nick Richards, Jalen Duren or Bones Hyland. Look them up. Each has what we need. Boucher is 6’9” with a 7’4” wingspan who can play 3/4 and can shoot. Jalen is a rebounding and defensive beast. Nick is a young, cheap option at the 5. And Bones is a supreme upside talent wasting away with the Clippers. We can use any and all of these guys.

[@lamarbenavides1934]

@@anthonysnowden8993 love your thinking🤙🏾🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@lamarbenavides1934]

@@anthonysnowden8993 what a score IF the Lakers could steal Duran away from the Pistons. He’s a BEAST! A FIRST, SECOND, JHS, and WOOD for Duran. He can be another Dwight Howard I believe.

[@karkitliu9951]

Dlo isn’t that bad. He just needs the ball in his hands, which AR took the ball this year under JJ scheme. Over the years we have seen that dlo isn’t the type who stand at the corner wait for the ball kind of player. That isn’t where he can be effective. He needs the ball in his hands to run the offense. It’s just not the right fit in this system this year. He helped the team to 2 playoff appearances, he deserves way more credits than anything.

[@jjstnwei3147]

Good insight, it just doesn't make sense seeing Reeves and Dlo playing together.

[@karkitliu9951]

@ totally agreed. Though AR could still contribute with ball in dlo hands like last season. But I guessed it’s time for him to grow and JJ wants that to happen therefore put the ball with AR more. The 2 has been great friends off the court, hopefully they remain so after the trade.

[@bronisthegoat8915]

The casual fan won’t appreciate the things DFS does. I watched him quietly be a solid supporting role player for years on multiple teams especially the Mavs. He makes winning plays and you never have to question his effort even with his offensive shortcomings.

[@tabbenmishima9186]

Is Olivari an option for backup Point?

[@lamarbenavides1934]

@@tabbenmishima9186 sure hope so👊🏾

[@Randomytname1]

Was waiting for the jsm video on this trade

[@AD3Basketball]

was waiting on this to drop

[@AfricanAsanda]

Bruh, it's like everyone explained, but this one was the only one that makes sense

[@wesleyborras6246]

What happened to a Milton breakdown? Or do you think he’s going to be used as a trade piece for the future?

[@JSM24]

I talk about his positional versatility in the video and how that could be beneficial after trading DLo. Though, this was more a breakdown of DFS as he was the centerpiece of the deal. I plan on making a follow up video to this with more Shake Milton details :)

[@abhiramgunna952]

W move, but we needed a center more

[@JSM24]

Ehhh, I’d agree they could use a more reliable backup center, but finding a reliable, big 3&D wing in today’s NBA (let alone for a good price) is infinitely harder than finding a backup center.

[@2Fly4Wordzz]

And a guard

[@2Fly4Wordzz]

​@@JSM24ad is NOT A FULL TIME CENTER JESUS

[@buddyboy_98]

​@@2Fly4Wordzz he can be. And he has proved that

[@toxicmelody6228]

​@2Fly4Wordzz only I ssue he has is Jokic. Last year him and LeBron outplayed the Nuggets, but the rest of the Lakers team(outside of maybe Prince) didn't show up at all, which cost them that series.

[@studtmuffin32]

D Lo plays at his own pace no matter what’s best for the team

[@wilsonodhiambo8578]

I got a feeling Dlo will get waived and dropped eventually....point guards are way too fast and aggressive in the NBA today for Dlo to contend with

[@alexamerling79]

I love this pick up. DFS gives us a 3 and d wing and line up flexibility. I hope we go after JV or someone like Nick Richards next.

[@59ANTDEZZY]

We have all appreciated having D’Angelo Russell part our team we thought that he was gonna be a great fit once again he did it for a moment or two, but D’Angelo Russell like anybody else got tired of hearing of trade rumors but if D’Angelo Russell would’ve just played like he did like we know he can. He wouldn’t have to worry about that Some days he come out like I’m the Schnick and some games come out like I don’t give a damn what they do to me so D’Angelo as we are Laker fans we wish you the best hoping you do your best. Don’t wind up being bitter, angry and upset. You brought it all upon yourself, but you can change things around by going out there and letting people know that you still got it dude Give your best. Do your best be the best of the best and this will stop happening to you, but when you go out there, pouting mad, acting like a wolf showing that you don’t give a exam then they’ll get rid of you again will be D’Angelo Russell who showed up as a rookie with the Lakers. It was sad and hurtful they got rid of the first time They should’ve never have got rid of you but things happen. You had a great opportunity and you got back with the Lakers, but you pout it and all you have to do is show your talent teams are based on everybody. I don’t understand why sports announcers and dumb people always want to base it on one or two or three never in history have one or two or three have won a championship game is based on allall of the players pulling together and these weak ass coaches who do not know how to play their teams who wants to be a part of a team and I’ll never get in there you couldn’t put me in on garbage time or we lose next. Hell no so D’Angelo we appreciate your time here with us in LA and we wish the best for you, bro.

[@CedAdj]

It’s been clear for a while that this move was inevitable. D’Angelo Russell’s passive play lately made it obvious-even he seemed to know a trade was coming. While he’s a talented player with solid contributions, he never quite reached the star or superstar level that many hoped for when he entered the league.

[@crystalballers]

The gamble is that Dalton (needs to) develop consistency in his shot much sooner to replace Dlo. On the other hand, DfS gives them a much needed wing defender. Immediate net benefit in certain matchups, and good for Daltons development.

[@KebabLord7]

Finally. Been waiting for your video!

[@JSM24]

I prefer to take my time to get all the details and collect my thoughts on a move rather than rush :)

[@Patrick-rk4mb]

AR running point was literally the moment D lo was already checked out. But AR is going to have a lot of turnovers with a lot of big games scoring a lot because he is always aggressive.

[@TrulyBandzz]

It doesn’t change everything, but something(s) forsure!!

[@allnchew1283]

Love your content bro & you know ball 🔥

[@theyrehere.3468]

dont need another pg lol we have LePg, HeadbandAR, PrinceBronny and Olivari

[@ArseneLupin-o2c]

Been waiting on your opinion about the trade. Appreciate your videos and also your breakdowns as well!

[@raywright2401]

I'm not sure why the Lakers are banking on Vanderbilts return to great defensive form when he has significant injuries to both feet and both knees. High level defense is dependent on those areas even more than offense because you have to react faster than the offensive players initiating moves.

[@lamarbenavides1934]

FINALLY Rob, FINALLY! Hated to lose DLo. Such a nice cool person and player, at times an extremely TALENTED ball player. Just not at critical times though. Looking forward to bringing DFS into the mix! I’m certain now that we can cut / trade / sell JHS, WOOD, HAYES, even VANDO. Don’t want that but let’s be honest. Who in this world, when saying to our boss at work, I can’t come in, I can’t deliver what I’m getting paid to do…..oh and by the way, it could be as long as 2-3 Y E A R S 😲, can I STILL get paid??? I know, we know he’s been injured, but it’s been so long, TOO LONG, Lakers probably need to move on. Gabe is in the same boat, but he’s had some solid games since returning from injury. Trouble now is an oblique injury which could last a while, DECADES on the Lakers Team. 😂😂😂. If Rob can manage to get Bruce Brown, we’ll be more capable of challenging other teams in the Wild West. Another is Nick Richards - WAAAAY more affordable! Robert Williams III is too, but we’ve got plenty of our own injuries, thank you very much. Rob should be calling LONNIE WALKER IV, if he hasn’t already. Great kid. JJ, you should play Olivari FULL STOP. 4 year college player, offers way more than Bronny. No offence Bronny.

[@shaba312]

Trading Dlo opens up minutes for Bronny and Olivari. Both have developed bigly since draft day. Go Laker Nation 🎉

[@kemo9957]

There years away RELAX !

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

Bronny James not a NBA player so he's not getting in any rotation 😂😂😂

[@robertj8451]

Love the trade and I think the Lakers need to be careful with their next move assuming they trade Rui . Rui is shooting very well and they have to keep spacing and fit in mind with there next trade

[@jeremiahdent0826]

Just imagine when Vando comes back the defense we will have on the perimeter

[@rkms5606]

🙏🏿

[@acepeezy672]

I'm not sold on this one..but we shall see how it pans out...

[@DBD99]

Lakers just need a back up big getting DFS allows Rui move to bench. Reaves, max , DFS, bron , AD Bench : Gabe, dalton, vando, Rui, back up big

[@richardmejia254]

WDYT about both 1sts (w/ protections) & matching salary for Cam Johnson & Day'ron Sharpe? Too much?....or, given the holes they'd likely fill, worth it in this rapidly closing LBJ/AD era? OR, same offer, but for Walker Kessler & Colin Sexton? Would you do either?

[@Dudesaidthat]

Who’s going to be the scorer off the bench though? Or does he start over max?

[@papaduckbutter4046]

i would go all in for kessler and collin sexton now, gabe jhs and vando 2 1st rounders and and pick swap if rosters full utah can just throw whatever for the third player. collin sexton and walker kessler with our current starting line has me salivating

[@adedoyinolayinka4255]

This is the first "THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING" that I am inclined to believe at all 😂

[@selwynandrews7716]

We hust got the smaller "Rui trade" out the way, now it's time for the bigger "Russ trade". I been thinking Kessler and Sexton from UTA or Richards and Mann from CHA. It's some other options out there but we right on schedule 💪🏿

[@buddymike9]

this is just to take heat off lebum old azz can't trust the lakers remember in 4 years ago they had kuzma kcp howard and many more

[@darnellnimchick1]

I’m just glad they traded Dlo but i definitely like what we got back defensive two way versatile players shake Milton and Dory smith both defense of players and great or offense

[@staceypayton5159]

Lakers hit a lick...

[@hachimaki745]

less points, no rebound gain, got older, less playmaking but way better D for what we lost vs gained... time will tell, but this better not be Pelinka's last move this season.

[@benpuno2494]

I think with Gabe playing better than decent, he might be included on another trade. Rui or Vando might get dealt as well I doubt they’ll have them both still after another trade. It be great if they keep them, I’m still high on Vando his availability is what making him be on the trade block. Maybe waive some unplayable roster spots, there is more talent that is not playing in the league

[@yrgminion5773]

Ngl haven’t watched the nets in a minute so I hope doe is still a high level defender and people aren’t just going off reputation like with Dejounte Murray

[@buddyboy_98]

Any updates on jaxen hayes or Wood. When will they be back? I also would really like cam johnson still. Honestly I'd be okay of we traded Vanderbilt or reddish for him

[@quell2541]

Nah js reddish we need vando

[@vasjaforutube1]

Lakers had Taurean Prince. They didn't re-sign him and payed 3 second-rounders to get a similar guy 1 year older than him with a much bigger contract and inferior statistics.

[@vasheed]

Not apples to apples comparison but, yeah losing Prince basically due to a full roster sucked.

[@don7109]

I get your point and agree to a point. 3 second rounders for a role player & journey man vs a former all star and young player seems like a lot. Tp better offensively Dfs better defensively. I hope Dfs keep that 43% 3pt shooting but think it will come down to 36%

[@hunter-zp2hf]

DFS is a way better defender than Prince tf lmfao

[@treyanteblackston2846]

@@hunter-zp2hfwaaaaayyy betterrrr 😂😂

[@smbk86]

Prince doesn't have the defence of DFS, not even close. The dude just has a face of a tough defender😅

[@Shawnpee3496]

What does this mean for Rui? Is he going to be traded?

[@JSM24]

I talk about that in the ladder half of the video :)

[@rgncal4872]

Rui is not a negative contract, every time bron is out Rui steps up.

[@tedgraham6548]

More trades to come they are going to make some good moves solid moves !! Lebron does not need another star ! He needs solid consistent players like all teams have !! This is just the start.

[@JonathanNelsonOfficial]

Go for Sexton and Kessler or Zo and Vucevic.

[@kirkjoonhyi1161]

if i was a gm i might shop for more aand check others teams but if this the only opt or the best on the market to get rid of dlo well then i dont have choice

[@basedsaeed13]

I know he is hurt right now but would you rule a Vando trade since you just traded for someone that fits better

[@BlueGrovyle]

No one will want him until he proves he's still valuable for his long-term contract. Until he gets on the floor, his multi-year deal is a liability.

[@wsbstreet]

Great trade for DFS and Milton since Vincent is injured. Where does he fit though, starter or bench role? He might close out the game with Bron, AD, AR and Christie

[@hecevans8749]

With the decline risk, they should really trade him for a younger 3&D player like Cam Johnson next year or so

[@CrowKage8]

This move smells like a Vando, JHS, and Hayes, Cwood maybe? For a backup big trade

[@GuerillaBless]

Now we need a solid big and we might be contenders

[@victorlyles4696]

They already are have been last 2 years

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

Lakers don't need a Big another false narrative

[@GuerillaBless]

@@ChaseBeck-d6h that’s my opinion gang, how you gonna call my opinion a false narrative? lol AD need a solid big either next to him or coming of the bench for him cause Koloko can only play 50 games and Jaxon Hayes is not consistently solid enough to be a good back up to AD. Again that’s my opinion

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

@@GuerillaBless Like I said false narrative ans you don't know basketball 😂

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

@@GuerillaBless And you a casual because Jaxson Hayes good athletic big up big you don't know basketball 🏀 and thinking a back up suppose to be a superstar 😂

[@MechanicxFilmz]

We(LAKERS) needed a better piece in a trade for D-Lo ..but if this is the best we can get for him hopefully another move is on the way.

[@KC-lg8qf]

I think this was more about getting rid of him than anything. He clearly drove both Ham and now Reddick nuts. He keeps getting moved around the league for a reason.

[@hunterjames4433]

Okay trade stell not enough, but we making playoffs, fun season! U never know we cud get hot🔥😉

[@demontiakpinkney5881]

What if they try and get Jacob Poetl or Vucevic what ya think out there.

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

Raptors nor Bulls trading Jacob Poertl or Vucevic to Lakers unless they getting Anthony Davis back Center or Center proof you don't know basketball and a casual if you think teams just giving they good players to Lakers who's still not a championship team

[@demontiakpinkney5881]

@ChaseBeck-d6h Thats just a question your over thinking it.

[@habibee69]

wait... so what happens now? no backup pg except gabe vincent and shake milton?

[@quell2541]

Bron can play point to…

[@jordans5463]

I’d love to see a trade centered around Kessler and clarkson from Utah.

[@LizzyBreiManeja]

A lot of lakers fans trying to pretend they know more than what the lakers GM does. Saying giving up dLo and 3 second round picks jusr for finney smith 😂😂😂. Your dLo cannot do sh*t in playoffs. Jimmy Butler 30th over all pick Nikola Jokic 41st draft pick Finney Smith for only 15mil contract for the rest of this season, that cleans up or saves the Lakers some money just for those 2 round picks which we don't know what the future holds. I don't know if you have an idea how trade works in the NBA. Then I guess I just wasted my time on you. These are role players, definitely an upgrade interns of defense. dLo can rarely give you 20 plus points and can never do defense. Finney Smith can lock down a superstar and also have even played as a center in Brooklyn at 6'7 height.

[@brianhk753]

I don’t like how LA does business I really think moves like this hurts them in potentially landing big free agents when you look at there track record

[@TimetototallywatchCinema]

Walker Kessler is next, if not him Jakob P from raptors, if not Jonas from wizards

[@zkupnext_9294]

Definitely jonus but could be Kessler since they have 3 frp to play with

[@TimetototallywatchCinema]

@ and he fits the timeline he’s young his potential is through the roof cause he already one of the best rim protectors, his shot looks good and can grow as he does and he averages a double double with real PT.

[@sebfrett1005]

😂 imagine trading FRP(s) for Jonas

[@zkupnext_9294]

@@sebfrett1005 who said that?😐

[@sebfrett1005]

​@zkupnext_9294 who or what else would they trade ? They'd also have to waive a player if they used a FRP as they still do not have a roster spot.

[@MrBarborosa]

DLo was cool and a game changer at times, but this move makes them better in the playoffs.

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

So wgen Lakers lose still I'm gonna laugh

[@Beyblader958]

🔥 Good trade, definitely need a big still.

[@smbk86]

At this point, I'd rather want sharpe over Cam Johnson

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

Nobody cares what you want Lakers not getting Cam Johnson 😂

[@hunterjames4433]

Okay trade still not enough, but we making playoffs, fun season! U never know we cud get hot🔥😉

[@gabrielyajabg]

Couple first rd picks and Rui for John Collins

[@mrpete89]

Finney smith is shooting 44% from 3 at the moment let's see if he can keep that up with the 🟣 🟡 jersey on because we all know players shrink under the LA lights

[@bytdzn76]

Can’t wait for that shooting percentage to go way down

[@ALFORTUNE22]

I hate that this happens when they come to la

[@tobiasmayn3]

The trade in my opinion could’ve been better. DLo had a decent size contract if we was gonna let him go we should got a big man. AD back up bigs are both hurt and just sitting on the collecting checks at least DLo was bringing value. I’m very sure the Lakers don’t watch Maxwell Lewis tape he’s a good shooter and defender he’s a younger Cam Reddish with a shot smh.

[@NEG305]

A logjam of versatile wings is much better than the inexplicable logjam of guards the Lakers had during the Westbrook era, drastically better, opposite end of the spectrum

[@ROCABLOC]

This beat so smooth 😎💨💨💨

[@KaisonShakur]

Having Shake behind Gabe is crazy to me.. Am I reaching or should he start over Max to??

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

You don't know basketball no way Shake Melton should start over Max Christie

[@berdugosocials9854]

Next problem pundits would say to the Lakers is they need a playmaker/scorer while Bron is taking a break😂 which was what the inconsistent DLo was. It goes in full circle

[@LaLisa-x4h]

Can we get a nick richards and robert williams as well? Both an astonishing great elite rim protector that will help AD to cover the paint as well

[@benpuno2494]

That Charlotte trade would go insanely good for the Lakers. Hell thrive playing next to AD 💯🔥

[@LaLisa-x4h]

@ Yessirr!! A good starting/backup versatile center at nick richards or rob williams for a low price will benefit the team for sure!! 🔥💯

[@thanemlesstrue-arrow5724]

This trade is not great for the regular season as DLo can often be our third best scorer, but it's probably better for the playoffs as he gets targeted on defense.

[@torpedohost]

now i hope he releases all the voice messages on lebron and diddy dirt and all the rest of the locker room chatter.

[@originalclassics]

Next up on the chopping block: Gabe, JHS, Wood, Hayes, Vando, Rui

[@drumline1303]

Our new 3 and D wing…isn’t good defending the perimeter….. and is inconsistent in health… My opinion has not changed of this front office. They did their job after 2 years. Cool. Especially now that we have another player option on an old guy and we lose the ability to protect a first. Impatience has hindered us. I’ve never been an all in all the time lakers fan.

[@kevinlopez1117]

I’m glad we got some defense back for dlo

[@user-cj1tc8zi4e]

Major defense upgrade I remember at the Irving trade that Smith was a major loss because he was an elite defender. Dallas fixed that problem during off season so we see what great defenders can do when you have offense weapons assuming everyone considers Lebron dribbling at top of the key a great offensive weapon during this time of his career.

[@KIrvin_The_Scholar]

Imagine in the playoffs a starting 5 of Bron at the point, Max, DFS, Vando, AD. Who putting up over 90 points on that. We still need to find a way to add a Bruce Brown or someone in that mold then it's a wrap. Not sure why they didnt include Rui & Gabe wit the 2 first and try to add Cam & Sharpe to this deal

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

Nobody scared of that lineup at all 😂

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

And I bet alot of teama score over 90 points on that the Nuggets, Mavericks 😂😂😂

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

Lakers still not a championship team even after trading for Dorian Finney Smith 😂

[@KIrvin_The_Scholar]

@ChaseBeck-d6h yeah they might occasionally but it wouldn't be easy 😂

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

@@KIrvin_The_Scholar Actually it would be easy 😂😂😂

[@terrance_35]

Lakres Traded date 24 -25 seasons DORLAFlNNEY SMITH 👍🏿👍🏿👍🏿

[@DfRecruiter813]

So we gave away 3 first round picks for free, just because Rob was feeling generous? Just like he’s been giving these rookies player options lol. He gotta stop trying to be so generous

[@BlueGrovyle]

So they finally traded for Depth-First Search...

[@Gatorsssssss1]

B if they could make some more moves, they can go up

[@RobertRatliff]

Not hardly. Nice to see a change but not a needle pusher.

[@pmacthegreat9999]

should’ve happened a year and a half ago but i’ll take it

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

Nobody cares since Lakers still not winning championship even after this move 😂

[@ChaseBeck-d6h]

D'angelo Russell a scapegoat for when LeBron James and Lakers lost in playoffs

[@pmacthegreat9999]

@ you think this is the only move their going to make ?? you believe that they traded d’angelo russell for basically no reason just to do it ??😭 another trade is definitely in the works those first round picks are still in play and we need a real big behind AD clint capela wya bron gon be playing more pg now for sure

[@pmacthegreat9999]

@ that 2023 series was literally a bad performance out of dlo wym ? and 2024 was better but it was really just jamal outshining him since he feels like turning into michael jordan when he plays the lakers

[@duncanidaho2097]

So the Lakeshow trades away several assets for a pretty old guy instead of promoting their hyped Bronny, since they were jumping up and down and high five ing to get their next superstar in the second round no one else wanted. They still don’t have a big man to rebound and play defense to augment AD.

[@zkupnext_9294]

3 second round picks and they’re going to get another big soon do u just get off throwing shade towards bron my guy