The Los Angeles Lakers reportedly "inquired" about a trade for Jimmy Butler early in the season, according to ESPN's Dave McMenamin.
Los Angeles ultimately didn't reach a deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves and sent the four-time All-Star to Philadelphia in exchange for Jerryd Bayless, Robert Covington, Dario Šariu0107 and a 2022 second-round draft pick
Butler is averaging 18.7 points and 5.2 rebounds per game with Philadelphia. He is shooting 46.6% from the field and 34% from three. The 76ers are 34–18 with Butler on the floor, and currently sit third in the East at 48–27.