Dillon Brooks is not the most popular name among Los Angeles Lakers fans, but he could be exactly what this team needs.
Brooks combination of great perimeter defense, toughness, and versatility addresses the weaknesses the Lakers have not been able to solve. The risk? His history with LeBron James and his fiery personality, the reward? A potential catalyst for a deeper playoff push.
Bleacher Report’s Dan Favale recently highlighted Brooks as one of Los Angeles’ top trade targets, alongside New Orleans Pelicans’ Herb Jones and Portland Trail Blazers’ Robert Williams III.
Brooks could fill a desperate role on the wing for the Lakers
While controversial, Brooks fits a role the Lakers desperately need.