Anthony Davis may return to the Lakers in a blockbuster trade. On 18 Jun, rumors emerged about a potential reunion between the Lakers and Davis.

What happened?

The Lakers traded Anthony Davis for Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic over a year ago. Now, there are rumblings about a potential reunion.

Why it matters for Anthony Davis

The team has a clear need for an A-list big man, and the 33-year-old Davis fits the bill. NBA reporter Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson proposed a wild three-team mega deal.

The Lakers would receive Davis, Utah’s young star Ace Bailey, two Jazz second-round picks, and two Wizards second-round picks.

What comes next?

The trade would have to be executed prior to Tuesday’s NBA draft. If the blockbuster trade transpires, it would give the Lakers a strong chance of winning their first championship since 2020.

The odds of Davis getting traded are actually higher nearer the trade deadline. The Wizards would be able to increase his value throughout the first half of the season.

Danny Ainge, CEO of the Jazz, would be reluctant to aid LA in any shape or form. Giving up Utah’s brightest young star seems far-fetched for the Jazz.

Doncic and Davis in LA would be a deal that gives the Lakers a strong chance of winning. The organization has a storied history of star-studded teams.

Anthony Davis liked multiple posts about when he was initially traded to the Lakers in 2019 on social media. The trade is unrealistic for a number of reasons.

The Lakers have a clear need for a big man like Davis. The 10-time All-Star would be a valuable addition to the team.

The trade would involve the No. 2 overall pick in this year’s draft, Lauri Markkanen, Jarred Vanderbilt, and a portion of LA’s future pick swaps.

The Jazz would receive the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft, Trae Young, and a portion of the Lakers’ future pick swaps.

The Wizards would acquire a Lakers unprotected 2030 first-round pick and a Lakers unprotected 2032 pick.

The trade would be a massive deal that would immediately launch the Lakers into title contention.