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Lakers Eye Trade for Bridges Amid Injury Struggles

10/29/2025

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The Los Angeles Lakers face early-season injuries to LeBron James and Luka Doncic, limiting their lineup.
Will Reaves scored 51 and 41 points in consecutive games to lift the Lakers, who sit at 2-2.
Bleacher Report's Andy Bailey suggests trading for Miles Bridges, forward for the Charlotte Hornets, who averages 19.3 points, eight rebounds, and 4.7 assists this season.
The move would hinge on Charlotte's valuation, making Bridges trade uncertain.

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Story summary

The Los Angeles Lakers face early-season injuries to LeBron James and Luka Doncic, limiting their lineup.
Will Reaves scored 51 and 41 points in consecutive games to lift the Lakers, who sit at 2-2.
Bleacher Report's Andy Bailey suggests trading for Miles Bridges, forward for the Charlotte Hornets, who averages 19.3 points, eight rebounds, and 4.7 assists this season.
The move would hinge on Charlotte's valuation, making Bridges trade uncertain.