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Lakers’ Most And Least Common Trade Partners Among NBA Teams

Inside the Lakers’ most and least common trade partners throughout all NBA history.

Fran Leiva
Mar 27, 2024
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Trades and negotiations between teams are fundamental elements in shaping and reshaping competitive dynamics in the NBA. Over the years, the Los Angeles Lakers have been central figures in numerous significant exchanges with various franchises across the league. These deals have not only shaped the Lakers’ roster but also had a profound impact on counterpart teams, altering the course of their seasons and the futures of their players. 

Contents
  • 1. Cleveland Cavaliers
  • 2. Phoenix Suns
  • 3. Washington Wizards
  • 4. Atlanta Hawks
  • 5. New York Knicks
  • 6. Utah Jazz
  • 7. Chicago Bulls
  • 8. Detroit Pistons
  • 9. Los Angeles Clippers
  • 10. Brooklyn Nets
  • 11. Denver Nuggets
  • 12. Milwaukee Bucks
  • 13. Houston Rockets
  • 14. Indiana Pacers
  • 15. Charlotte Hornets
  • 16. Orlando Magic
  • 17. San Antonio Spurs
  • 18. Dallas Mavericks
  • 19. Memphis Grizzlies
  • 20. Oklahoma City Thunder
  • 21. Philadelphia 76ers
  • 22. Sacramento Kings
  • 23. Boston Celtics
  • 24. Golden State Warriors
  • 25. Miami Heat
  • 26. Portland Trail Blazers
  • 27. Minnesota Timberwolves
  • 28. New Orleans Pelicans
  • 29. Toronto Raptors

In this article, we delve into the most notable trades involving the Los Angeles Lakers and other NBA franchises, from deals that bolstered the Lakers’ dynasty to agreements that marked the onset of new eras in the league.


1. Cleveland Cavaliers

– 10 trades in 54 years

Most Famous Trade (2018)

Lakers Receive: Isaiah Thomas, Channing Frye

Cavs Receive: Jordan Clarkson, Larry Nance


2. Phoenix Suns

– 10 trades in 56 years

Most Famous Trade (2012)

Lakers Receive: Steve Nash

Suns Receive: 2013 and 2018 First-Round Picks, 2013 and 2014 Second-Round Picks


3. Washington Wizards

– 10 trades in 63 years

Most Famous Trade (2021)

Lakers Receive: Russell Westbrook, 2023, 2024 and 2028 Second-Round Pick

Wizards Receive: Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Montrezl Harrell and Kyle Kuzma


4. Atlanta Hawks

– 9 trades in 74 years

Most Famous Trade (1958)

Lakers Receive: Frank Selvy

Wizards Receive: Dick Boushka and Terry Rand


5. New York Knicks

– 8 trades in 74 years

Most Famous Trade (2000)

Lakers Receive: Emanual Davis, Greg Foster, Horace Grant, and Chuck Person

Knicks Receive: Travis Knight, Glen Rice, and a 2001 1st-round draft pick


6. Utah Jazz

– 8 trades in 45 years

Most Famous Trade (2023)

Lakers Receive: Malik Beasley and Jarred Vanderbilt

Jazz Receive: Damian Jones, Juan Toscano-Anderson, Russell Westbrook, 2027 1st round draft pick


7. Chicago Bulls

– 7 trades in 58 years

Most Famous Trade (2016)

Lakers Receive: José Calderón, 2018 2nd round draft pick, 2019 2nd round draft pick

Bulls Receive: Ater Majok


8. Detroit Pistons

– 7 trades in 76 years

Most Famous Trade (2019)

Lakers Receive: Sviatoslav Mykhailiuk, 2021 2nd-round draft pick

Bulls Receive: Reggie Bullock


9. Los Angeles Clippers

– 7 trades in 52 years

Most Famous Trade (2019)

Lakers Receive: Mike Muscala

Clippers Receive: Ivica Zubac, Michael Beasley


10. Brooklyn Nets

– 6 trades in 56 years

Most Famous Trade (2017)

Lakers Receive: Kyle Kuzma, Brook Lopez

Nets Receive: Timofey Mozgov, D’Angelo Russell


11. Denver Nuggets

– 6 trades in 57 years

Most Famous Trade (1998)

Lakers Receive: Tony Battie, Tyronn Lue

Nuggets Receive: Nick Van Exel


12. Milwaukee Bucks

– 6 trades in 55 years

Most Famous Trade (1975)

Lakers Receive: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Walt Wesley

Bucks Receive: Junior Bridgeman, Dave Meyers, Elmore Smith, Brian Winters


13. Houston Rockets

– 5 trades in 54 years

Most Famous Trade (2017)

Lakers Receive: Corey Brewer, 2017 1st-round draft pick

Rockets Receive: Lou Williams


14. Indiana Pacers

– 5 trades in 55 years

Most Famous Trade (2015)

Lakers Receive: Roy Hibbert

Pacers Receive: 2019 2nd round draft pick


15. Charlotte Hornets

– 5 trades in 55 years

Most Famous Trade (1996)

Lakers Receive: Kobe Bryant

Hornets Receive: Vlade Divac


16. Orlando Magic

– 5 trades in 33 years

Most Famous Trade (2012)

Lakers Receive: Dwight Howard, Earl Clark, Chris Duhon

Magic Receive: Christian Eyenga, Josh McRoberts, 2017 2nd round draft pick


17. San Antonio Spurs

– 5 trades in 56 years

Most Famous Trade (1987)

Lakers Receive: Frank Brickowski, Pétur Guðmundsson, 1987 1st round draft pick (Greg Anderson), 1990 2nd round draft pick

Spurs Receive: Mychal Thompson


18. Dallas Mavericks

– 4 trades in 42 years

Most Famous Trade (2011)

Lakers Receive: 2014 1st round draft pick

Mavericks Receive: Lamar Odom, 2012 2nd round draft pick


19. Memphis Grizzlies

– 4 trades in 27 years

Most Famous Trade (2008)

Lakers Receive: Pau Gasol, 2010 2nd round draft pick

Grizzlies Receive: Kwame Brown, Javaris Crittenton, Marc Gasol, Aaron McKie, 2008 1st round draft pick (Donté Greene), 2010 1st round draft pick (Greivis Vásquez)


20. Oklahoma City Thunder

– 4 trades in 13 years

Most Famous Trade (2020)

Lakers Receive: Dennis Schroder

Thunder Receive: Danny Green, Jaden McDaniels


21. Philadelphia 76ers

– 4 trades in 75 years

Most Famous Trade (1968)

Lakers Receive: Wilt Chamberlain

76ers Receive: Jerry Chambers, Archie Clark, Darrall Imhoff


22. Sacramento Kings

– 4 trades in 73 years

Most Famous Trade (1977)

Lakers Receive: Ollie Johnson, 1978 1st round draft pick, 1978 2nd round draft pick

Kings Receive: Lucius Allen


23. Boston Celtics

– 3 trades in 76 years

Most Famous Trade (2004)

Lakers Receive: Chucky Atkins, Jumaine Jones, Chris Mihm

Celtics Receive: Rick Fox, Gary Payton, 2006 1st round draft pick (Rajon Rondo)


24. Golden State Warriors

– 3 trades in 77 years

Most Famous Trade (2014)

Lakers Receive: Kent Bazemore, MarShon Brooks

Warriors Receive: Steve Blake


25. Miami Heat

– 3 trades in 35 years

Most Famous Trade (2004)

Lakers Receive: Caron Butler, Brian Grant, Lamar Odom, 2006 1st round draft pick (Jordan Farmar), 2007 2nd round draft pick (Renaldas Seibutis)

Heat Receive: Shaquille O’Neal


26. Portland Trail Blazers

– 2 trades in 52 years

Most Famous Trade (1980)

Lakers Receive: Jim Brewer

Trail Blazers Receive: 1984 2nd round draft pick


27. Minnesota Timberwolves

– 1 trade in 35 years

Most Famous Trade (2023)

Lakers Receive: D’Angelo Russell

Timberwolves Receive: 2024 2nd round draft pick


28. New Orleans Pelicans

– 1 trade in 20 years

Most Famous Trade (2019)

Lakers Receive: Anthony Davis

Pelicans Receive: Lonzo Ball, Josh Hart, De’Andre Hunter, Brandon Ingram, cash, 2022 1st round draft pick (Dyson Daniels), 2023 1st round draft pick, 2024 1st round draft pick


29. Toronto Raptors

– 1 trade in 27 years

Most Famous Trade (2002)

Lakers Receive: Lindsey Hunter, Chris Jefferies, 2003 2nd round draft pick (Luke Walton)

Raptors Receive: Tracy Murray, Kareem Rush, 2003 2nd round draft pick

Credit: Basketball-Reference, HoopsHype

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Francisco Leiva is a staff writer for Fadeaway World from Buenos Aires, Argentina. He is a recent graduate of the University of Buenos Aires and in 2023 joined the Fadeaway World team. Previously a writer for Basquetplus, Fran has dedicated years to covering Argentina's local basketball leagues and the larger South American basketball scene, focusing on international tournaments.Fran's deep connection to basketball began in the early 2000s, inspired by the prowess of the San Antonio Spurs' big three: Tim Duncan, Tony Parker, and fellow Argentinian, Manu Ginóbili. His years spent obsessing over the Spurs have led to deep insights that make his articles stand out amongst others in the industry. Fran has a profound respect for the Spurs' fanbase, praising their class and patience, especially during tougher times for the team. He finds them less toxic compared to other fanbases of great franchises like the Warriors or Lakers, who can be quite annoying on social media.An avid fan of Luka Doncic since his debut with Real Madrid, Fran dreams of interviewing the star player. He believes Luka has the potential to become the greatest of all time (GOAT) with the right supporting cast. Fran's experience and drive to provide detailed reporting give Fadeaway World a unique perspective, offering expert knowledge and regional insights to our content.
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