The Los Angeles Lakers have been dominating the media in recent days, most recently with questions regarding the future of star Anthony Davis.
Some believe Davis will become frustrated with the relationship between LeBron James and new coach JJ Redick, while other reports claim Redick will prioritize the big man. Analyst Colin Cowherd is on the frustrated side, as he recently proposed a deal that would send Davis to the Oklahoma City Thunder, the top seed in the West. In exchange, the Lakers would receive rising star Jalen Williams, guard Cason Wallace and four first-round picks.
“Just think about this: What is an organization with a ton of draft capital and a ton of good young players? The Lakers don’t have anyone in their prime except AD and it’s a late bloomer. The Lakers need shooters and wing defenders; think Oklahoma. City, skinny Chet Holmgren, doesn’t have enough bulk to take on a Jokic or a Karl-Anthony Towns and Gobert,” Cowherd said. “They need a big team, they have a ton of draft picks and a surplus of good young players, and you don’t win championships with a ton of good young players.”
Thunder: receive: Anthony Davis
Lakers receive: Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace, 4 first-round picks@ColinCowherd explains his successful business proposal pic.twitter.com/2a8wLDOD3d
– Herd with Colin Cowherd (@TheHerd) June 21, 2024
Davis would certainly make the Thunder a championship favorite heading into next season, and it’s realistic that the Lakers would at least accept such a high-value offer. With LeBron James nearing the end of his career, it is important for the front office to consider the future of the team since Davis cannot compete for a title on his own. If they were willing to part ways with the superstar center, his future would rise through the ranks, even though draft picks may not appear in the lottery.
