3 Superstars the Los Angeles Lakers Could Trade For This Offseason

Jimmy Butler, SG, Chicago Bulls

Here is another player who was connected to the Lakers before the trade deadline. Los Angeles is looking far and wide for a superstar, and it just so happens the Chicago Bulls have been weighing their options for shipping off Jimmy Butler.

The Bulls have been trying for the better part of the last year to find a trade partner for Butler. It’s not entirely clear why considering he’s young and easily their best player.

He’s also coming off his best NBA season, which makes it all the more perplexing–the Bulls should be building around Butler instead of trying to trade him.

Butler apparently came close to being a Celtic prior to the deadline, but terms couldn’t be agreed upon. The Lakers entered the mix at the last minute, but it seemed nothing more than kicking the tires.

Even if that was the case then, that doesn’t mean Los Angeles couldn’t enter the mix again this offseason.

Realistically, I wouldn’t be surprised. The Bulls appear interested in listening to anyone who calls, and Magic seems like the type of guy who is going to check in on all of his options.

I’m not sure if the Lakers would be willing to part with a top-three pick to get Butler, but Chicago has been particularly interested in draft picks in the past. Just saying …