This mock trade would move the needle for the Lakers

Here is an interesting mock trade that could bring the Lakers closer to championship contention right away.

Trade talks around the NBA are starting to get louder, and of course, some of those rumors involve the Los Angeles Lakers.

With a 12-16 record, they’ve been playing much better since starting 2-10, particularly on the offensive end, and there is a sense among some people, especially within the team, that one or two more pieces would result in a championship contender.

Twitter user Lakers All Day 24/8 suggested a three-way trade that would supply the Lakers with three useful forwards, as well as a guard who could be a solid replacement for Russell Westbrook, who would have to be moved in this scenario to make salaries match.