Boston Celtics Receive: F/C Anthony Davis, G Kendrick Nunn, G Wayne Ellington
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: F/G Jaylen Brown, F/C Al Horford, 2022 First-Round Pick, 2024 First-Round Pick
This hypothetical trade was put together over at HoopsHabit in a piece about blockbuster trades that can help fix the Los Angeles Lakers. This trade involving the Boston Celtics would be a step in the right direction for achieving that.
There have been some whispers about whether the Lakers could shop Anthony Davis and look to restock the cupboard, which is quite bare. They receive a new centerpiece to build around in this scenario, landing Jaylen Brown.
Brown is ascending to stardom. He would provide the Lakers with another excellent wing defender and someone who has an expanding offensive game. Al Horford provides them a steady contributor in the frontcourt, which has been a weakness for the team at times this season.
The first-round picks provide Los Angeles with great value as well. They can flip those selections to bring in another star player or use it as a way to add young, cost-controlled talent to the roster.
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Davis finally lands in Boston, as they were one of the teams interested in him when the New Orleans Pelicans made him available. Joining him are Kendrick Nunn, who has yet to play this season, and Wayne Ellington. Both will provide a boost to a team lacking consistent offensive options.
How does this deal impact both teams? Let’s take a look at it from each of their perspectives, starting with the Celtics.
