Everyone gets what they need! US media shows the trading plan of three teams: The Lakers win Gafford + Mavericks win Irving s stand-in

Each one needs! As the playoff division final is about to begin, the US media "BF" advises the Lakers who were eliminated in advance, which can try to strengthen the inside shortcomings through a three-team trading plan. Through this plan, the Lakers once again "flew" from the Mavericks to win the starting inside Gafford, while the Mavericks won Irving's stand-in Anthony Simmons.

The potential trading plan is as follows:

Lakers get: Gafford;

Mavericks get: Anthony Simmons;

Trail Blazers get: Claybel + Caleb Martin + Kneckett + Powell + Lakers' unprotected first-round pick in 2029 (from the Mavericks, the Lakers give out in the trade between Doncic and Davis) + 2031 first-round picks + 2030 first-round pick swap rights (from the Lakers).

Lakers: Strengthening the inside shortcomings

In the past few seasons, the depth of the inside has been plaguing the Lakers. Brother Davis asked to strengthen the inside several times but failed, and was packaged and sent to the Mavericks for Doncic.

plus the trade failure due to health issues after the trade deadline, the Lakers have almost only one substitute-level insider who can still use it.

After entering the playoffs, Hayes was abandoned after being exposed to his lack of ability. Redick had to use the ultimate 5 small lineup for a long time, which eventually led to the Lakers being swept out by the tall Timberwolves 4-1 gentleman. Therefore, Pelinka publicly stated at the press conference at the end of the season that the inside will be the Lakers' primary goal of strengthening during the offseason. The trade tips for

are not groundless. After Pelinka publicly stated that the Lakers will strengthen the inside, ESPN reporter Tim MacMahon revealed on the podcast program "Hoop Collective" that the Lakers are paying close attention to Gafford and regard it as a potential target.

The two parties also have reasons to join hands. The Gafford contract is only one year left, worth $14.39 million. Whether it is age or ability, Gafford hopes to get a salary increase in the renewal of the contract this summer.

The famous American media Hoopshype reporter Michael Scott also pointed out this in the report. He bluntly stated that Gafford hopes to raise his salary. If he does not receive a renewal, Gafford will be one of the most worthy goals in the trading market.

legend Pierce also publicly stated on the "KG Certified" program that Gafford is fully capable of getting a contract with an average salary of 20 million and striving for a bigger role.

Gafford averaged 21.6 minutes per game this season. With extremely limited roles, he still averaged 12.3 points, 6.8 rebounds, 1.4 assists and 1.8 blocks per game, with a shooting percentage of up to 70.2%.

Whether it is size, confrontation and defense, or tacit understanding with Doncic, Gafford is one of the excellent reinforcement goals for the Lakers starting inside.

Mavericks: Get Irving's stand-in

According to Shams, Irving, who suffered a torn ACL in the left knee, is expected to return in January 26, which means that the Mavericks need to strengthen a ball-holding core that can flexibly adjust between the starting and the substitute in the offseason.

Simmons, who can average 19.3 points, 2.7 rebounds and 4.8 assists per game this season, is obviously a good candidate. After Irving returns, he can also play the role of a substitute point guard on the bench.

Especially considering that the Mavericks are likely to choose Flag if they win the No. 1 pick, Gafford is facing a contract renewal. The Mavericks' frontcourt depth is too overlapping, and appropriately balancing resources to a thin back line meets the lineup needs.

Trail Blazers: Accelerate reconstruction

Trail Blazers have shown outstanding competitiveness in the second half. The future of the backcourt combination between Henderson and Sharp is bright, making the role of 26-year-old Simmons a little difficult to get up and down.

Through this deal, the Trail Blazers received multiple first-round pick returns in one go, and they had no reason not to join and led to another big deal between the Lakers and the Mavericks.