Why the Lakers do it:

This is pretty obvious but they need to get more Atlethic on the perimeter and just have more defensive pieces to realistically compete for a championship. Although Herb is having some what of a down year offensively, He still brings everything the Lakers need defensively. Highsmith also brings some defensive help while bringing solid 3 point shooting which the Lakers also need.

Why Pelicans might do it:

They've pretty much been dog shit this season and I do think they need to start off loading some of their players for a rebuild.Rui is nowhere near herb defensively but he's still a really good peice.A 46% 3pt shooting player is the type of player you would want to put next to Zion. Dalton can also be a really good 3pt shooter that can shoot the lights out any given night. Although Dalton isn't the same as last season and his trade value has gone down, taking a shot at a young player with upside will never hurt.

Why the nets do it: Highsmith is a solid 3&d vet that doesn't really have a reason to be on this nets roster. Getting two 2nd round picks and a decent vet in Kevon Lonney is definitely a profit from what they gave up for Highsmith in the first place.

The Lakers lineup after the trade:

Luka-Reaves-Herb-Bron-Ayton

Smart-Highsmith-aduo-Jake-Hayes

That is easily one of the best lineups in the league and they'll be ready to go chase banner 18.

If you can please tell me what you think of this trade in the comments