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Lakers Eye Mavericks Center Daniel Gafford as Trade Target Before Feb. 5 Deadline

Dallas has not engaged on Gafford, according to Marc Stein, leaving the center's availability uncertain.

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Overview

  • ClutchPoints first reported that Los Angeles is monitoring Daniel Gafford ahead of the trade window, a claim later echoed by Heavy and Newsweek.
  • Coverage frames Gafford as a rim-protecting fit who would complement Deandre Ayton and upgrade the backup center spot currently held by Jaxson Hayes.
  • Analysts cite Gafford’s proven chemistry with Luka Dončić from Dallas’ 2024 Finals run as a factor that could appeal to the Lakers.
  • Marc Stein reports the Mavericks have not entertained offers for Gafford to this point, with Dereck Lively II’s knee issues part of the context.
  • The Lakers have limited draft capital but could construct offers using one tradeable first-round pick plus expiring contracts and movable rotation players.