Lakers, Hawks reportedly discussed Dejounte Murray trade
Deal would see D’Angelo Russell away from Lakers and a 2029 first round pick from Los Angeles to Atlanta, plus a pick swap
The Los Angeles Lakers and Atlanta Hawks had extensive trade discussions a few weeks ago on Dejounte Murray, sources tell Shams Charania of The Athletic.
The deal was centered around D’Angelo Russell, a 2029 first round pick and a pick swap for Murray. Atlanta, however, held up the talks as they looked to send Russell to a third team in hopes of getting an expiring contract back in return.
Russell signed a two-year, $36 million contract with the Lakers during the 2023 offseason.