Los Angeles Lakers Urged To Trade For $180M Star Wing Duo

Bleacher Report writer Erik Beaston urged the Los Angeles Lakers to pursue a trade for New Orleans Pelicans wings Trey Murphy and Herb Jones. Beaston argues that adding either player would address critical defensive and perimeter depth needs to support Luka Doncic in contending for an NBA championship.

However, the report notes that Los Angeles faces significant hurdles in completing a permanent deal due to limited draft capital and high asking prices. New Orleans reportedly demands at least two first-round picks for Jones, with Murphy carrying a $112 million contract alongside Jones's $67.5 million deal.