Overview
- League reporting identifies Sacramento as the team most likely to sell, with trade calls welcomed on most players except Keegan Murray and rookie Nique Clifford.
- Moving marquee names such as Domantas Sabonis, Zach LaVine and DeMar DeRozan is viewed as difficult due to oversized salaries and a reluctance to attach draft picks.
- Multiple outlets say Ellis has drawn the most interest, boosted by a $2.3 million expiring deal and potential Early Bird rights for any acquiring team.
- The Lakers are described as "kicking the tires" on Ellis, though opinions and reported asks vary from a protected first-rounder to packages of second-round picks.
- Scouts are split on Ellis’ projection, citing debate over his defensive impact and limited role this season despite strong career three-point accuracy.