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Lakers trade Deandre Ayton to Wizards for Jaden Hardy, picks Original

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By Jacob Rude Verified
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The Lakers’ roster shuffling has continued with another trade that also lands them some sorely-needed draft capital. According to Shams Charania of ESPN, LA is trading Deandre Ayton to the Wizards for Jaden Hardy and two second round picks. Finally, Rob Pelinka got Anthony Davis his center. This deal will only open up about an extra $2 million in cap space for the Lakers. Hardy is making $6 million this season with a team option for $6 million next season.
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LeBron James, Lakers front office had ‘disconnect’ after Russell Westbrook trade

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By Jacob Rude Verified
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - JANUARY 30: (NEW YORK DAILIES OUT) Russell Westbrook #0 and LeBron James #6 (2nd L) of the Los Angeles Lakers look on against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on January 30, 2023 in New York City. The Nets defeated the Lakers 121-104. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
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People around the NBA are wondering if the Lakers will bring back Rui Hachimura

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By Jacob Rude Verified
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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MAY 11: Rui Hachimura #28 of the Los Angeles Lakers after missing a shot against the Oklahoma City Thunder the third during quarter in Game Four of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Crypto.com Arena on May 11, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.
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