Anthony Davis trade rumor could lead to blockbuster deal with Lakers

Anthony Davis’ career is beginning to travel in the wrong direction. 

Life was pretty good for the 33-year-old 10-time All-Star until the Los Angeles Lakers shocked the world on Feb. 2 by trading him to the Dallas Mavericks for Luka Doncic. Davis didn’t last long in Dallas, as his injury-riddled stint with the 2011 NBA champions ended when he was shipped to the Washington Wizards this past February. 

Still, many are fascinated by the idea of the Lakers reuniting with the NBA champion this summer. A recent trade rumor involving Davis makes that scenario more realistic than ever.

"I do think there's a good chance that he may end up somewhere else by the time next season starts,” NBA insider Chris Haynes reported Thursday. 

While Haynes didn’t list the Lakers as a potential suitor for Davis, it goes without saying that Los Angeles is among the franchises that would be attached to the four-time All-NBA first team member. 

After all, Davis played the best basketball of his career with the Lakers and secured a bubble championship before the organization abruptly moved on from him in early 2025. Davis contributed 26.8 points, 11.6 rebounds, 2.2 blocks, and 1.3 steals during his five-year stint with Los Angeles. 

However, the former New Orleans Pelicans star couldn’t get out of his way injury-wise, as he was frequently sidelined with significant setbacks. With that trend likely to continue until Davis retires, the Lakers would be wise to steer clear of him on the offseason market. 

Los Angeles has yet to rule out a reunion, though, making it technically still on the table.

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