NBA trade season officially started after the Golden State Warriors acquired Dennis Schroder from the Brooklyn Nets for De'Anthony Melton, guard Reece Beekman and three second-round draft picks. The addition of Schroder will give the Warriors a much-needed boost off the bench,

The Lakers have done a horrific job preparing for the end of LeBron's career, wasting his final days with a nonsensical roster. Los Angeles' front office has been given a unique opportunity to acquire a superstar and they need to take advantage of it.

The Lakers could land Jimmy Butler but would need to send lots of key players in a blockbuster trade proposal.