Today, a major news broke in the NBA, as reported by renowned journalist Shams. The Lakers and the Nets have reached a trade deal. The Lakers sent Russell, Lewis, and three future second-round picks to the Nets in exchange for Finney-Smith and Milton. This trade has garnered significant attention. In this transaction, the Lakers can be said to have made a substantial profit. They not only retained their first-round pick but also acquired a top-tier 3D player who fits well with their lineup. As a result, many fans have praised Pelinka's moves.
Pelinka also discussed the topic of this trade during an interview and stated that there will be more significant moves in the future. Pelinka expressed that they have never given up on this season and will spare no effort to effectively improve the team's roster. The trade with the Nets is just the appetizer, and the management's goal is to build a top-level team with both offensive and defensive capabilities. It can be seen from Pelinka's interview that the Lakers will undoubtedly have more shocking trades in the future, and it is hoped that day will not keep the fans waiting too long.