The Denver Nuggets haven’t been anything to write home about this season, however the potential of an Anthony trade has created a stir. Most rumors have pointed to the New York Knicks as a Carmelo trade destination, although ESPN reports a newcomer to the party. Carmeloa Anthony might be on his way to the Lakers. Resource for this article – Carmelo Anthony to the Lakers trade talk shifts to high gear by Newsytype.com.
Carmelo Anthony to Lakers: A Miraculous fit
The groundwork for a Carmelo to the Lakers trade is there. Lakers legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson said that something had to be changed by the Lakers if they were going to win. Just days after this, the LA Media spoke with Lakers General Manager Mitch Kupchak who said a trade is an option. In LA, MTV personality La La Vazquez as wife of Carmelo purchased a home with her husband. Lakers representatives have coyly denied interest.
Details on the Lakers
The Lakers currently sit at 36-16, which is first in the Pacific Division, however numerous high-profile losses have sent the team scrambling for answers. Considering that a strong scorer is what the Lakers need, Anthony would be ideal. Since Melo is 6 foot 8 and 230 pounds, he can do so many things while being an excellent scorer. It would be extremely hard to guard the Lakers with Bryant, Pau Gasol and Lamar Odom.
Who the Lakers will give up in trade
If the Carmelo Anthony to the Lakers deal goes through, ESPN reports the Lakers would likely move oft-injured center Andrew Bynum. Many are concerned about Bynum's durability although he can stop interior scorers effortlessly. The current National Basketball Association bargaining agreement would work with a trade of Anthony for Andrew Bynum even though Nuggets want to shed salary meaning more players may be offered, reports ESPN.
Other Carmelo Anthony trade possibilities
In addition to the LA Lakers, the Denver Nuggets have engaged in intense Carmelo Anthony trade talk with the NY Knicks. A three team deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves was one of the deals that have not occurred yet. None of the speculated deals have been happening. There were calf and ankle injuries that Kicks forward Wilson Chandler sustained. That means the trade has not happened yet.
Citations
ESPN
sports.espn.go.com/los-angeles/nba/news/story?id=6101304
ESPN Los Angeles
espn.go.com/blog/los-angeles/lakers/post/_/id/15841/the-philosophy-of-trading-andrew-bynum
Los Angeles Times
latimesblogs.latimes.com/sports_blog/2011/02/dont-count-on-carmelo-anthony-coming-to-lakers.html
Lakers’ Ron Artest on how to guard Carmelo Anthony
youtube.com/watch?v=a-QTcU9YEi8
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