It feels like a long time since Lonzo Ball was the basketball sensation everyone talked about. Expected to be a generational point guard, Ball has only shown glimpses of that potential over the years. Injuries have plagued his career, limiting him to a bright start with the Chicago Bulls before missing over two seasons due to a knee injury and undergoing three surgeries. The hope is that Ball will return to the court next season, but the Bulls are already preparing for the possibility that he might not, with Josh Giddey set to take over as their starting point guard.
Nathaniel Holloway of GIVEMESPORT suggests that the Los Angeles Lakers should consider trading for Ball. Holloway notes that Ball, a superior playmaker and defender compared to Russell, would complement LeBron James and Anthony Davis well. Ball’s passing ability and defense could be valuable to the Lakers, who seek to improve their roster. However, concerns about Ball’s ability to remain healthy and whether he would return to his previous form are significant. The Lakers, who originally drafted Ball in 2017 before trading him to the New Orleans Pelicans, might see this as a risky but potentially rewarding move to bolster their team.
