LA Lakers trade rumors: Bojan Bogdanovic set to be the prized target during trade season, Dallas Mavericks, Miami Heat and others also in the race
The LA Lakers continue to monitor the NBA trade market. Bojan Bogdanovic of the Detroit Pistons has found himself mentioned as one of the top targets.
Bogdanovic has been one of the league's most underrated forwards throughout his career. The 33-year-old was acquired by the Detroit Pistons from the Utah Jazz this past offseason. So far this year, Bogdanovic continues to thrive on the court.
Bojan is averaging 21.1 points per game while shooting 43.2% from 3-point range. Due to the Pistons' rebuilding situation, there's a chance that Bogdanovic could be available for a trade. it won't come cheap, as the Pistons have been pleased with the addition of their veteran forward.
The LA Lakers (11-16) are a team in desperate need for shooting in their rotation. Bogdanovic could become a sensational get if the Lakers can acquire him. They won't be alone in pursuing Bogdanovic's services. According to Sam Amico of Hoops Wire, the Lakers, Miami Heat, Dallas Mavericks and Atlanta Hawks are interested in Bogdanovic.
"At any rate, it appears teams such as the Lakers, Heat, Mavericks and Hawks are among those who are expressing an interest, per Edwards," Amico wrote. "Of course, the Lakers’ interest reportedly dates back to the summer, before Bogdanovic was traded to the Pistons from the Jazz."
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LA Lakers continue to target Bojan Bogdanovic in trade market
Throughout his NBA career, Bojan Bogdanovic has produced at a high level. As a member of the Utah Jazz for three seasons, Bogdanovic averaged 18.4 points per game while shooting 44.7% and 39.7% from 3-point range.
The LA Lakers have a glaring weakness in perimeter shooting. Although there will be plenty of names on the trade market, Bogdanovic would be an outstanding addition for the Lakers.
Bojan Bogdanovic GOES OFF for 25 points in the third quarter alone 😱
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Bogdanovic is in the midst of an impressive three-game stretch. One of those games featured a 38-point performance against the Lakers (in Los Angeles' 124-117 win on Sunday). In his last three games, Bojan is averaging 27.0 ppg while shooting 40.7% from 3-point range.
There will be plenty of suitors for the crafty veteran forward. If the LA Lakers are aggressive, they might just find themselves adding a serious piece to the puzzle.
Los Angeles will host the Denver Nuggets (17-10) on Friday night in the second game of a three-game homestand. After that, the Lakers will play seven of the next eight games on the road. That stretch includes a Christmas Day meeting at the Dallas Mavericks.