Anthony Davis is being considered by the Los Angeles Lakers as a potential solution to their title hopes.
The Lakers finished 53-29 last season and were swept by the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Semifinals.
What happened to the Lakers' season?
The team's performance was disappointing, given their expectations as one of the most storied teams in the NBA.
They have 17 world championships, and anything less than a deep playoff run is considered a failure.
Why is Anthony Davis a potential solution?
Kendrick Perkins, an ESPN NBA analyst and former NBA player, believes the Lakers should revisit their relationship with Anthony Davis.
Perkins won a title with the Boston Celtics and thinks Davis could be the key to the Lakers' success.
Davis played 312 games over six seasons in Los Angeles, including a championship win in 2020.
What are the challenges in acquiring Anthony Davis?
Davis is still under contract to the Washington Wizards for the next two seasons, so trading for him would require a combination of draft capital and players.
Additionally, Austin Reaves is a free agent and could command a sizable contract, making it difficult for the Lakers to afford Davis.
The Lakers need to decide whether to pursue Davis or focus on building around Luka Doncic and Reaves.
And the clock is ticking, with Deandre Ayton having a player option that he needs to opt in by June 29.
So the Lakers must weigh their options carefully and make a decision that will impact their future.
Davis averaged 20.4 points per game last season, compared to Ayton's 12.5 points.
But injuries have been a concern for Davis, and the Lakers need to consider whether he can stay healthy.
The Lakers' decision will depend on their assessment of Davis' value and their ability to build a competitive team around him.