The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly eyeing a pair of Golden State Warriors role players. According to Clutch Points' Brett Siegel, the Lakers would

Looney is an established veteran on the Warriors, coveted by the franchise and fans alike, but that hasn't stopped his name from popping up in trade rumors, along with others like Andrew Wiggins and Gary Payton II. Coach Steve Kerr understands how all of the whispers and smoke can take a toll on his players.

Wednesday's trade might have been a backup plan for both parties, and an expensive one. But Golden State thinks the risk could work.

The Golden State Warriors finally pulled the trigger on a trade to provide four-time NBA champion Stephen Curry with superstar talent, as it was announced Wednesday night that the franchise landed six-time All-Star Jimmy Butler from the Miami Heat in a massive four-team deal.

On Wednesday, it appeared the Chicago Bulls‘ opportunity to hasten their rebuild came to a stretching halt just days after sending Zach LaVine to the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night.