New Blockbuster Three Team Trade Idea Sends Porzingis + Jrue To The Lakers, Hawks Add Depth, Boston Gets Reaves https://t.co/p7bUCKNJ94— LakerTom (@LakerTom) May 20, 2025
Lakers trade Reaves for Holiday and Porzingis
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FROM THE ABOVE ARTICLE:
Hawks Receive: Sam Hauser and Jarred Vanderbilt
Lakers Receive: Kristaps Porzingis, Jrue Holiday, and Neemias Queta
Celtics Receive: Austin Reaves, Dorian Finney-Smith, Gabe Vincent, Maxi Kleber, Dominick Barlow, a 2027 2nd round pick (From Atlanta via CLE), a 2029 2nd round pick (From ATL, Via CLE), and a 2030 2nd round pick (Via ATL)
Why the Lakers do this trade: They pull a win now move and improve the roster as LeBron James’ career winds down. Yes, giving up Reaves would sting, but he is due a big extension soon and Holiday would improve the defense around Doncic. Porzingis gives them the size they need at center and the ability to stretch the floor, while also being an expiring deal. If it does not work with Porzingis, they can move on after this season. They don’t give up any draft capital in the process. They can make a buy low move on two players who can fill needs on their roster and make one last championship push with LeBron. While they may want to keep Reaves, it would be a crowded backcourt and Holiday is the better defender. A starting lineup of Doncic, Holiday, James, Hachimura, and Porzingis could be among the best in the NBA. Queta provides depth at center.