Fischer’s Latest: Bucks, Lakers, Grizzlies, Hornets, More

The Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers have engaged in exploratory trade talks regarding Dalton Knecht and Jericho Sims, according to Jake Fischer of The Stein Line. The proposed framework would reportedly see Los Angeles attach second-round draft picks to trade Knecht, whom Milwaukee would likely waive, in exchange for Sims. However, Fischer notes pessimism about the transaction being finalized, with the Lakers potentially waiving Knecht ahead of Monday's roster cut deadline.

Fischer reports several other teams are navigating preseason roster crunches, including the Memphis Grizzlies exploring trades involving Walter Clayton Jr. and GG Jackson II. Meanwhile, the Charlotte Hornets may consider moving Tidjane Salaun or Liam McNeeley to keep veteran Pat Connaughton. Additionally, the Dallas Mavericks are seeking avenues to retain Dwight Powell, potentially at the expense of second-year center Moussa Cisse.