Recently, there have been rumors of discord between LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers and head coach Darvin Ham. If you’re an NBA fan, you know what this means. If those rumors are true, Ham won’t be in Hollywood for much longer.
After all, the organization would have to prioritize James. He’s one of the best players in the history of the NBA. If he feels that Ham isn’t the coach for this team, the Lakers will likely agree – and swiftly.
Either way, this team has bigger problems. The Lakers’ roster is poorly constructed. This team lacks depth and secondary playmaking.
Could acquiring Gordon Hayward from the Charlotte Hornets help?
NBA Trade Proposal: Los Angeles Lakers Land Charlotte Hornets’ Gordon Hayward
Charlotte Hornets Receive: F Rui Hachimura, G Gabe Vincent, F/C Christian Wood
Los Angeles Lakers Receive: F Gordon Hayward
With that said, an NBA player isn’t just handed James’ pull. That kind of power is earned. James has the influence on the Lakers that he does because of his track record.
True greatness is difficult to achieve. James has been among the most statistically dominant players in league history. That’s not enough. His history of winning NBA titles pushes James into that next echelon of superstardom.
NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Gordon Hayward, Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Lakers Updates
In time, the Hornets’ LaMelo Ball would like to get there. He’s got the statistical output, but so far, his Hornets haven’t done much winning.
Could this deal change that?
Why The Charlotte Hornets Do The Deal
Hayward’s time in Charlotte feels finished. He’s on an expiring contract. In all likelihood, the veteran wing will seek an opportunity to play for the NBA championship next season.
With that in mind, the Hornets would be lucky to land Hachimura in exchange for him. He’s a young wing who can be part of their future, but he’s still able to contribute now. From a pure value standpoint, this makes sense.
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It could get a little tricky as far as Charlotte’s roster is concerned. This team has ample wing depth. The Hornets can sort that out later. If they’ve got an opportunity to flip Hayward for a useful player Hachimura, they should take it.
Should the Lakers give them that opportunity?
Why The Los Angeles Lakers Do The Deal
At one time in his career, Hayward was a star. Those days have passed. Still, he’s the best player in this particular trade.
After all, Wood isn’t a prominent part of the Lakers’ rotation. Vincent has been mostly injured this year. In other words, the Lakers are basically flipping Hachimura for Hayward here.
NBA NEWS & TRADE RUMORS: Gordon Hayward, Charlotte Hornets, Los Angeles Lakers Updates
That’s a trade worth making for a win-now team. The Lakers will benefit from Hayward’s additional playmaking and floor spacing. This should make them a better team. It could even save Ham’s job – if he’s still around.
