In a trade scenario that’s got the NBA world holding its breath, Bailey Bassett has cooked up a jaw-dropping proposal: the Los Angeles Lakers send Austin Reaves, Dalton Knecht, Maxi Kleber, and a 2031 first-rounder to the Memphis Grizzlies…
And in return?
They land the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year — JAREN JACKSON JR. 😱
💬 “This isn’t just a trade… this is a STATEMENT,” one analyst said.
💬 “You’re talking about adding an elite rim protector, floor stretcher, and defensive anchor right next to AD and LeBron — or Luka, if that dream becomes reality.”
Lakers fans are split — with some heartbroken at the idea of losing fan-favorite Reaves, while others are already fantasizing about Jackson Jr. locking down the paint in purple and gold.
🔥 Social media reactions are WILD:
“Losing Reaves hurts… but JJJ is a MONSTER.”
“LeBron + AD + JJJ? GOOD LUCK scoring on that.”
“2031 pick? Who cares! We’re trying to win NOW.”
Meanwhile, Grizzlies fans may not be too upset either, gaining a rising young star in Reaves, promising shooter Dalton Knecht, depth in Kleber, and a long-term asset in the first-rounder. It’s a deal that might just benefit both sides — but one that absolutely reshapes the West.
🏀 Whether or not this deal happens, one thing is clear:
This is the kind of bold, franchise-altering move that could ignite a new Lakers dynasty — or blow it all up.
👀 Is this genius? Is this madness?
Only time will tell — but the NBA world is WATCHING.