So after the bomb that was the Michael Malone firing, we got ourselves some betting odds on Jokic's next team if he gets traded. And, at a +500 to land Jokic: the Lakers. Not really surprising lmao.

Look, I don't know how tf the Lakers are gonna make a move to land the best player in the NBA, because it's not fucking possible, but knowing the NBA and their worshipping of the Lakers, they will do everything in their power to make it happen. Luka and Jokic on paper, the best offensive duo maybe ever. The lobs, the shooting, the no look passes, it will be must see TV. And the NBA will get it's sweet, sweet ratings back on top.

So, the trade is: LeBron (he somehow agrees to the trade), Austin Reaves, and their own 1st round pick for 2031, completely unprotected. It's nothing massive, but considering how little the Mavs got back after trading Luka, a package like this is almost identical to what the Lakers gave away for Luka, but instead they are giving away 2 of their 3 best players.