The Hypothetical Trade

Lakers Receive: Derrick White, 2021 Second-Round Pick

Spurs Receive: Kyle Kuzma

For those who think that Kuzma is worth an arm and a leg, you would be wrong. No one is going to give up a huge trade offer to acquire him. However, this is still a solid trade for the Lakers that would give them more quality guard depth and draft capital.

Kuzma would be a perfect fit for the Spurs. He would provide them a long-term option and a guy who could come in and take on a big-time scoring role.

Neither team would see their contention needle move much from this trade. But, it would allow the Lakers to get some value for Kuzma. He isn’t going to get a huge contract from L.A., but could earn something sizable with the Spurs.

Let’s take a closer look at this trade for both teams and why it would make sense for them to pull the trigger.