Because of AD’s injury and retirement, the Lakers have been in a state of instability recently, and the depth of the interior is obviously insufficient. It is expected that the team wants to strengthen the penalty area.
According to ESPN senior reporter Woj, in addition to his cousin, the Lakers are also interested in PJ-Tucker. Tucker’s efficiency on both ends of the wing is very good.
But Woj also said that although the Rockets are willing to send Tucker, they want to get instant combat power that can be used immediately, not just a pick that can’t be realized temporarily.
Tucker averaged 30 minutes per game with the Rockets this season, but only took 4.3 shots, scoring 4.7 points and 4.6 rebounds, the lowest score since the rookie season. He has already had a conflict with the Rockets executives due to the renewal issue. His contract has reached the final year and is worth 7.969 million US dollars. The Rockets have begun to rebuild, and Tucker’s future in the team is not optimistic.
In addition to asking the Rockets for Tucker, the Lakers are actively looking for other wing players. But if Tucker can be successfully introduced, it will be a good cooperation for both parties.
Woj: Rockets interested in player, not draft picks, in potential PJ Tucker trade https://t.co/N70Tb7p3Nu
— The Rockets Wire (@TheRocketsWire) February 21, 2021
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