When the Los Angeles Lakers traded Jordan Clarkson and Larry Nance Jr. at this season’s deadline, many wondered if the Cleveland Cavaliers inadvertently assisted them in an expected pursuit of LeBron James. And related to that is the Lakers’ reported interest in signing Paul George as well.
On track to have more salary cap space available in 2018 free agency than any other team, L.A. has long been said to have a desire to chase superstars this summer. At one point that group consisted of DeMarcus Cousins, George and James.
However, Cousins’ Achilles injury left George and James as the more likely free agents that would be pursued.