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Legend: The three-party transaction plan will send Kessler and Kumingga to the Lakers

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According to US sports media F/W reporter Eddie Bitar. We can imagine a big deal between three teams, the Lakers may get two young talents in the league, the Warriors strengthen the frontcourt, and the Jazz strengthen their future draft assets.

We recommend that the Lakers acquire Kumingga and Kessler, two budding stars with room to rise in the All-Star Game, and a steady Chris Boucher. Meanwhile, the Warriors reportedly received a solid two-way wing Hachimura, big Cleber and Duke Draft rookie Kyle Filipowski. The Jazz will stand out from the deal as early as 2028 and 2031, including Moody, Knecht and two major first-round picks.

Lakers get: Kuminga, Kessler, Boucher

Warriors get: Hachimura Shizuo, Phillipovs, Kleber

Jazz get: Moody, Knecht, 2031 Lakers first-round draft pick, 2028 Warriors first-round draft pick, Lakers complete lineup upgrade, or win the Western Conference championship

Lakers are already a strong team. With the addition of Kuminga and Kessler, the championship odds will increase greatly. Kuminga made a vibrant 15.3 points per game with a 45.4% shooting percentage, showing the playoffs growth, shooting 48.4% from the field and 40% from 3-point shooting percentage in four games over 20 points. He fits seamlessly with LeBron and Luca in the forward position, bringing athleticism and substitute scoring ability to Los Angeles. Kessler is one of the league's premier rim guards, averaging 12.2 rebounds and 2.4 blocks per game and shooting 66.3% from the field. His inside defense will be the backbone of the Lakers and is especially important during the playoffs, as paint advantage is the most important. Kessler's presence will force the opponent into an uncomfortable inside showdown under established space threats.

Let's not ignore Cleber; his 3D skills increase the depth of the veteran. He stretches the floor and brings playoff familiarity, which is an underrated puzzle for the championship contenders. For the Lakers, completing the lineup upgrade or winning the Western Conference championship. The Warriors increased their frontcourt thickness

Warriors solved its fatal weakness, signing Hachimura, Kleber and Kyle Filipowski. Hachimura injected resilience into the Lakers last season, averaging 13.1 points, 5 rebounds, and consistently defended the elite wing. He brings a solid mid-column spacing where he needs it. Claiber offers deadly shots and size, and in his career he has been 6-foot-10, hitting 3-point shooting percentage at 35.4% and being played for the playoff test. Although young, Filipovski is averaging 9.6 points and 6.1 rebounds with Duke’s efficiency and is ready to jump into a big role. He made 1.1 3-pointers per game and shot 35% from the field, which implies that he will maintain a steady rotation.

The trio reconstructs the Warriors' frontcourt, blending space and toughness with Curry and Sister Bo's backcourt. This is a solid rebalancing, with internal coverage experiencing external threats. For the Golden State Warriors, the change in the long-brow lineup just happened to catch up against rising competitors. The Jazz continue their reconstruction by acquiring Moody, Knecht and two important first-round picks. Moody, 23, averaged 9.8 points last season, with excellent athleticism and defensive advantages. Kneckett averaged 9.1 points last season and is a modern combined defender with backcourt potential.

Their move is to accumulate assets. The 2028 Warriors draft pick may fall in the 10th pick, while the 2031 Lakers draft pick represents an unprotected ticket. This future flexibility drives momentum for reconstruction. On the court to consolidate the flexibility of the upper limit and the clarity of the timeline. This is a classic blueprint for rewards: gathering youth, talent dreams and clever reversibility. The Jazz are all in reset.

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