How real is it that we might be able to land him via trade before the deadline? I think he would want to resign here, it would help us keep Josh, and it finally gives us a stud to build around. He's playing injured right now, so we're getting him for great value.
What about Horford/Korver for Howard? Horford is a great fit with the Lakers system because of his ability to knock down the midrange shot, his passing, his mobility, and he can play defense in a halfcourt situation. Allows them to bring Gasol back into the starting lineup, and they don't have to panic when free agency rolls around and they lose Dwight for nothing. They could use a true knockdown shooter like Korver too.
I don't know that it's a perfect trade for LA, but do they really think they can hold onto Dwight in free agency?
What about Horford/Korver for Howard? Horford is a great fit with the Lakers system because of his ability to knock down the midrange shot, his passing, his mobility, and he can play defense in a halfcourt situation. Allows them to bring Gasol back into the starting lineup, and they don't have to panic when free agency rolls around and they lose Dwight for nothing. They could use a true knockdown shooter like Korver too.
I don't know that it's a perfect trade for LA, but do they really think they can hold onto Dwight in free agency?