The Pacers need to continue their rebuild and acquire assets, especially at the power forward position. The Lakers, will need to do everything in their power to keep LeBron James and their current window open before they ultimately need to turn the page. Rumors are swirling that Kyrie Irving will be interested in going to LA in the offseason. All of this could be the perfect storm for the Pacers to swoop in and find great value on the trade market.
The Lakers are a franchise that makes rash decisions, often looking to the short-term by trading in their long-term.