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Lakers Trade Rumors: 3 High-Value Centers Emerge As Top Targets

The Los Angeles Lakers were given three names with previous links to the team as top backup center trade targets to replace Kevon Looney.

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 9:37 PM
Lakers Trade Rumors: 3 High-Value Centers Emerge As Top Targets
Key Things to Know
  • Goga Bitadze, Karlo Matkovic, and Jericho Sims have emerged as realistic trade targets for the Lakers.
  • The Lakers are seeking a reliable backup center to provide frontcourt depth behind starter Walker Kessler.
  • Kevon Looney has reportedly been pulled from the regular rotation after averaging only 5.8 minutes over five games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring trade options for a backup center, with Bleacher Report naming Goga Bitadze, Karlo Matkovic, and Jericho Sims as realistic targets. While starter Walker Kessler has performed well, the team remains thin in the frontcourt behind him.

Veteran Kevon Looney has struggled to secure the backup role and has reportedly fallen out of the rotation after playing limited minutes across five games. Team reporter Jovan Buha suggested the Lakers may look to trade or waive depth players to address the position before the February deadline.

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