Rockets: 3 trades to send P.J. Tucker to the Lakers

With the NBA’s trade deadline just three weeks away, contending teams will be seeking to bolster their roster by identifying upgrades. The Houston Rockets will be one of the premier sellers, as their current 11-23 record is proof that their season has gotten away from them.

The Rockets have received calls on several players, such as Eric Gordon and Victor Oladipo, and it wouldn’t be a surprise if they moved others, such as Sterling Brown and even Ben McLemore. One of the most sought after players is 3-and-D specialist P.J. Tucker, who possesses a valuable skillset and knows his role.

3 trades to send Houston Rockets forward P.J. Tucker to the Lakers

Tucker’s market has been vast, as it’s been reported that numerous teams have interest in adding The Sneaker King. One of those teams is the Los Angeles Lakers, who are currently without Anthony Davis and need to strengthen their roster, especially following the trade that sent James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets.

With the Lakers seeking to add the unheralded defensive ace, let’s take a look at three trades that would send Tucker to Los Angeles.

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