The Los Angeles Lakers have been one of the most active teams on the free agent market this summer as they look to rebuild their once-great franchise. Along with the team’s young core, LeBron James signed a four-year, $154 million contract with the storied franchise.
With that much ammunition, the team could be a major force on the trade market as well. Teams that are put in a situation where they need to part ways with a superstar — like the San Antonio Spurs appear to be with Kawhi Leonard — often prefer to get young players and future assets in return.