After Kyrie Irving Ditched Lebron James Reunion for $126,000,000, Lakers Eyeing Luka Doncic?s Ex-teammate as per Latest Reports

The LA Lakers are heading to another strategic move with a high-profile signing in the NBA offseason. The franchise filled with power players has reportedly set sight on a star making waves with his court exploits. The possibility emerged after Kyrie Irving‘s massive $126 million deal led him away from a potential reunion with LeBron James.?

This new member in the Lakers lineup happens to be a former teammate of Luka Don?i?. He has been turning heads with his impressive performances and could potentially be a game-changer for the Lakers.

Lakers are targeting Christian Wood?

As per Jovan Buha, who is a Lakers reporter for The Atlantic, the Lakers are considering signing Christian Wood. He is a power forward for the Dallas Mavericks and one of the few best free agents left in the NBA market. The 2015-undrafted player has only evolved over the years.?

Wood has played for several teams including the Philadelphia 76ers, Charlotte Hornets, Detroit Pistons, and most recently, the Houston Rockets.

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It was with the Rockets that Wood truly made his mark. He displayed impressive performances after earning a three-year contract worth $41 million.?

High-profile signing that could have been?

Christian Wood is a former teammate of sensational Slovenian star Luka Don?i?. He could offer what LA needs right now: consistent scoring coupled with formidable defensive capabilities. A package quite likely amplifies existing strengths within the Lakers’ camp.?

In recent transactions, the Lakers has made some notable moves to strengthen its lineup. They have resigned Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves, and D’Angelo Russell.?

Earlier Kyrie Irving departed with the Dallas Mavericks instead of reuniting with LeBron James. Since then the Lakers have been in pursuit of someone to join their star-studded lineup. A spot they seem keen on filling strategically.?

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And now, as the Lakers recalibrate their game plan, the focus has shifted to potential new signings, with Christian Wood emerging as a strong contender.?