Just when you thought the Lakers were done dealing, the offseason rumor mill has thrown gasoline on the fire.
Fresh off a blockbuster midseason trade for Luka Dončić, the Lakers are now being linked to another generational talent — this time, two-time MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo.
If it happens, the result could be one of the most dominant Big Threes in NBA history: LeBron, Luka, and Giannis. Yes, seriously.
“One of the LA teams…”
NBA insider Howard Beck made headlines on The Zach Lowe Show this week, revealing whispers that Giannis could ask out of Milwaukee this summer.
“Some rumblings that it’s already just the big cities: one of the LA teams, or one of the New York teams, or maybe Miami… Chicago also came up.”
If the Greek Freak decides to leave, he won’t be headed anywhere quietly — he’s aiming for the spotlight, and LA checks every box.
Could This Be the Final Piece?
Here’s the dream scenario insiders are floating:
- LeBron James opts in for another season with the Lakers.
- Luka Dončić, recently acquired from Dallas, enters his first full season in purple and gold.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo asks out, and names LA as a top destination.
Can the Lakers Make It Work?
It won’t be easy, but it’s not impossible.
- Trade chips: Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt, Gabe Vincent, and multiple future picks offer flexibility to build a deal.
- Cap maneuvering: The new CBA will test LA’s creativity, but the front office has pulled this off before — just look at the 2019 Anthony Davis trade.
Giannis reportedly wants to win another title — and LA gives him the platform to do it on the biggest stage possible.