As the month of July opens up, the Los Angeles Lakers have re-engaged the Brooklyn Nets in talks to acquire star guard Kyrie Irving, according to multiple sources.
When Irving opted into the final year of his contract on Monday, it looked like he would remain in Brooklyn, at least for the time being, but Kevin Durant’s trade request has changed everything.
The Nets are reportedly making their whole roster available via trade, and L.A. is apparently looking to take advantage while unloading Russell Westbrook.
One source revealed the package the Lakers are currently offering for Irving.
Via Lakers Daily:
“The seven-time All-Star is apparently focused on forcing his way to Los Angeles, and the Lakers are reportedly working “aggressively” on a deal for him. Their current offer for the controversial star was recently revealed.”
SOURCE: The Lakers are working aggressively on a deal for Kyrie Irving — their current offer is Russell Westbrook, Talen Horton-Tucker, and their 2027 1st-round pick. Joe Harris could be headed to Los Angeles in the deal. pic.twitter.com/oRAjIPMj3f
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) July 1, 2022
There is no doubt the Purple and Gold will have to pay a steep price to land Irving, but it would be worth it, given his immense talents and the team’s immense needs.
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