Miss the second round! The Lakers and Bulls are expected to trade 3 for 1, and will launch an attack on the championship next season

The Los Angeles Lakers experienced significant ups and downs this season, and finally ranked third in the Western Conference with a record of 50 wins and 32 losses. The opponent in the first round was the Timberwolves, and the team finally stopped in the first round 1:4. This situation mainly caused by the lineup. According to data, the team averaged 116.5 points per game (fifth in the league), and the three-point shooting percentage increased to more than 35%. Doncic and James' three-point threat became the key. However, the problem of turnover still exists (16 times per game, 27th in the league). In addition, the defensive efficiency is 113.8 (17th in the league). The joining of new players such as Finney Smith has improved their ability to assist the defense on the front line, but the inside line still relies on role players such as Hayes. They are at a disadvantage when facing top centers. It can be seen that it is not easy for the team to achieve a good record.

Due to missing the second round, the team's playoff journey ended. For management, how to strengthen the roster in the offseason is the key. In response to the problems exposed this season, US media ClutchPoints Bailey Bassett proposed that the Lakers make the following transactions in the 2025 offseason, which can help LeBron James and Luka Doncic win the 2026 NBA championship. Let's take a look at the specific situation;

Lakers won: Vucevic; Bulls won :Gab Vincent, Maxiklebeer, 2031 draft pick (protected)

For the Lakers, the team has no better choice, and can only quickly improve the team's strength through strengthening. The chips given out in this deal are also sincere to the team. So what about the chips you get? As a center forward of 2.08 meters tall, Vucevic is threatening at the basket and has a pick-and-roll throwing technique; three-point shooting can also open up the offensive space and create more open space opportunities for outside shooters. More importantly, Vucevic can make the team's offense smoother through his excellent support skills, and can also make the team more diversified in offensive choices. He averages 18.5 points, 10.1 rebounds and 3.5 assists per game, has a shooting percentage of 53%, and a three-point shooting percentage of 40.2%. If it can be achieved, the team's inside problem will be solved, which will also help the team compete for the championship better.

For the Bulls, the team has not performed very well in recent seasons. Giving Vucevic does not have a great impact on the team. Instead, it can also optimize the team's space and help the team improve better. At the same time, it also gets good chips. It can be said that it can win multiple goals in one fell swoop. Let's take a look at how the chips are. First of all, Gab Vincent is an experienced player with good performance in defense. He averaged 6.4 points, 1.4 rebounds, 1.3 assists per game, 40.0% shooting percentage, 35.3% three-point shooting percentage, 71.4% free throw shooting percentage. Maxi Kleber is also a good player who can improve the team's substitute depth. In addition, he also got a draft pick, which is also conducive to the team's better strengthening.

Overall, this deal is very good for both teams. If it can be finally reached, please feel free to discuss in the comment section!