The Los Angeles Lakers made a significant move on Saturday night by acquiring superstar Luka Doncic from the Dallas Mavericks in a blockbuster trade that sent Anthony Davis to Dallas. However, the Lakers aren’t stopping there; they are reportedly looking to add another star player to their roster before the trade deadline on February 6, 2025.
Prior to his departure from the Lakers, Anthony Davis emphasized on multiple occasions that the team should consider acquiring another big man to strengthen their roster. With his recent trade to the Mavericks, the Lakers are actively seeking a big man to bolster their championship aspirations. Notably, NBA analyst Kevin O’Connor reports that the Lakers have set their sights on Mitchell Robinson, the Center for the New York Knicks, as a potential target.
“League sources say the Lakers are looking for a big man and Mitchell Robinson from the New York Knicks is one of the bigs they are targeting. That’s what I’m hearing in the aftermath so far, after that absolutely nuts Lakers-Mavericks-Jazz trade that happened in the wee hours on Saturday into Sunday.” O’Connor said.
REPORT: The Lakers are targeting Mitchell Robinson, per @KevinOConnorNBA pic.twitter.com/9Ykvn9AOUk
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The addition of Doncic to the roster could signify a significant shift in the team’s trajectory. Despite his current injury, his presence has already generated considerable excitement among Lakers fans. If the Lakers successfully acquire Robinson, his impact is expected to greatly improve the team’s performance in the upcoming matches of the 2024-25 NBA season.
Los Angeles Lakers Impressive Win Against The New York Knicks
The Lakers are currently in an impressive position in the 2024-25 NBA season. Out of their last 10 games in the regular season, the Lakers have secured 8 wins. They recently faced the Knicks in an intense matchup at Madison Square Garden.
The Knicks provided tough competition in the first quarter, but the Lakers took a 5-point lead in the second quarter. However, the Knicks bounced back in the third quarter by scoring an impressive 35 points, reducing the Lakers’ lead to just 2 points. In the fourth quarter, the Lakers responded with an outstanding 37 points, ultimately sealing the game with a 128-112 victory.
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LeBron James delivered a stellar performance against the Knicks, recording a triple-double with 33 points, 12 assists, and 11 rebounds. Following this game, the Lakers sit in 5th place in the Western Conference standings with a 28-19 record.
