As the Los Angeles Lakers prepare for the official dawn of the Luka Doncic era, they must keep a close eye on potential trade target Keon Ellis. The Sacramento Kings wing is entering the final season of his current contract and will be an unrestricted free agent in 2026.
If the Lakers are confident they can keep Ellis long-term, then trading for one of the best young 3-and-D wings in the NBA would be a no-brainer of an in-season move.
Ellis recently made waves when he informed reporters that he hasn't heard "much of anything" from the Kings in regard to a contract extension.