Considering Lakers trade options

I'm looking at the Lakers’ needs for defense and shooting, particularly around LeBron and AD. I’m considering players like Keon Ellis from the Kings, who could be interesting—his strengths and contract might suit the Lakers, even if he's a rotation guard. Then, there's Herb Jones from the Pelicans, an elite defender with a strong shooting percentage last season, but he comes at a high cost. I’m assessing salary matching options and potential trade math to figure out feasibility.Evaluating trade options and alternatives

I’m considering trade options and realizing the Kings might value their players higher than expected—maybe one protected pick is too high, and it could lean more towards two second-rounders instead. For Herb Jones, the cost seems steep, likely requiring multiple firsts plus players like Rui or Gabe to match salaries. There are alternatives like Royce O'Neale, Dorian Finney-Smith, and others, but I need to ensure roster accuracy based on my knowledge cutoff. I could also fetch the original source if the user wants a link.Planning for translation and analysis

I realize there’s no need for any complicated setups here; this is a straightforward chat. I’m thinking of offering translation and a quick analysis to the user. At the end, I can provide options like whether they want a source check or details on trade packages. I should aim for a minimal to medium length in my response to keep it clear and concise. Let's get that together!