In a surprise to nobody, the Lakers and Nets are ‘actively engaged’ in trade discussions for Kyrie Irving, as reported by Chris Haynes of Yahoo Sports on Saturday evening. Russell Westbrook would, obviously, be involved in the deal while the other pieces are at the center of the negotiations.
Draft compensation is an ongoing talking point for the Nets and they want shooting guard Joe Harris — who is recovering from left ankle surgery — and his remaining $38.6 million owed over the next two years included in the deal, sources said.