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From a wave of French players getting drafted to the Lakers taking Dallas Knecht and Bronny James plus the Clippers picking Cam Christie, here’s what went down.
Lakers
The Lakers’ players would love to see a trade that bolsters the roster, but they acknowledge that most moves are complex and expensive.
The Lakers selected Dalton Knecht, a top scorer in college last season, with the No. 17 pick in the NBA draft.
Fresh off acquiring Luka Doncic, the Lakers traded for 23-year-old Charlotte center Mark Williams in another deadline deal.
LeBron James will be joined on the Lakers this summer by eldest son Bronny James, who was selected by his father’s team at No. 55 overall of the NBA draft.
San Antonio Spurs sensation Victor Wembanyama is an NBA All-Star for the first time. The Lakers’ Anthony Davis and the Clippers’ James Harden are joining him.
Clippers
The Clippers trade forward P.J. Tucker, backup center Mo Bamba, a future second-round draft pick and cash to the Jazz for Patty Mills and Drew Eubanks.
Rob Pelinka and the Lakers have done more than just figure out what comes next in post-LeBron James era — they have built a championship-caliber foundation.
The Clippers draft Minnesota guard Cam Christie, the brother of Lakers guard Max Christie, with the No. 46 pick of the 2024 NBA draft.
The Atlanta Hawks won the NBA draft lottery on Sunday, landing the No. 1 pick despite 3% odds to do so in a year where there’s no clear-cut choice.