The Los Angeles Lakers made it through the trade deadline by making two deals, shipping out Lou Williams as well as Marcelo Huertas. Even though the deadline has passed, their moves may not be done just yet.
According to ESPN’s Marc Stein, the Lakers and veteran point guard Jose Calderon are exploring buyout options:
Stein added that the Golden State Warriors and Houston Rockets would be interested should the Lakers ultimately buy out Calderon:
ESPN sources say Golden State and Houston would emerge as suitors for Jose Calderon if the Spaniard guard indeed secures his release from LA
— Marc Stein (@ESPNSteinLine) February 25, 2017
This move makes sense on a ton of levels for the Lakers.