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NBA Insider Names Two Thunder Role Players As Possible Lakers Targets
- Lakers reportedly eye Thunder guards Isaiah Joe and Aaron Wiggins as potential targets for 2026 offseason.
- Joe is praised for shooting ability, with a noted 40.3% three-point clip in his career.
- Wiggins brings perimeter defense, having a career 38%+ from beyond the arc and solid playoff presence.
- Thunder’s depth and playoff roles are cited as context for why Joe and Wiggins could fit the Lakers’ needs.
- Athletic notes a broader Lakers target profile, including true lob threats and two-way wings.
- Lakers could have cap space but must manage Reaves and LeBron’s upcoming decisions this summer.
- The report frames Joe as a solid shooter but with defensive limitations to address in the playoffs.
- Dan Deveney’s insider notes and Western Conference executive input shape the discussion around targets like Dort.
- The piece highlights the Lakers’ desire for better centers and true lob threats alongside wings.
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