Lakers Reportedly Interested in a Lonzo Ball Return

Lonzo Ball could be heading home

It’s only been a few years since the Los Angeles Lakers drafted Lonzo Ball. However, the second overall pick in 2017 has spent the past two seasons playing for the New Orleans Pelicans. He left Los Angeles in the blockbuster trade that paired LeBron James with Anthony Davis.

Now, rumor has it that the Lakers may want to reacquire Ball. They’re in need of a solid point guard, having come short in the first round of the NBA Playoffs this year. The California native and former UCLA star fit the mould.

The Lakers aren’t the only team interested

Unfortunately for the Lakers, Lonzo Ball has a few potential suitors. Their hometown rivals, the Los Angeles Clippers, as well as the Chicago Bulls, have been rumored to be interested in him as well.

Ultimately, his current team can choose to keep him if they wish. With Ball being a restricted free agent, the New Orleans Pelicans can choose to match any contract offer given to him by other teams. However, reports suggest that they may be ready to move on from the point guard.

Let the nostalgia flow and check out some of Ball’s rookie highlights with the Lakers below.

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