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A new group chat with @BigWos and @kirkgoldsberry takes a long, hard look at the Lakers after the Dorian Finney-Smith trade, Mike Brown’s exit from Sacramento, and 40-year-old LeBron James.
open.spotify.com/episode/6hmxJ6… – 4:50 PM
I spoke with @Motorcityhoops for about 40 minutes yesterday about the D’Angelo Russell/Dorian Finney-Smith trade.
Think it makes the Lakers better. Also, don’t think you can get it done with just that move. Follow-up is needed.
youtu.be/1L0NXunJzQs pic.x.com/ExQfHXGg6R – 4:45 PM
The movie suggests that Dorian Finney-Smith always fights like this:
“(My) way of thinking,” he said. “That’s how my mom raised me and my siblings. “That’s me.”
He’s been watching LeBron for nine years, but today is the most he’s ever said to him: “I’m not very friendly on the court.” – 4:21 PM
JJ Redick said the Lakers’ hope is to have Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton in the lineup for Tuesday’s game against CLE. However, Reddick said he would keep the same starting lineup. – 3:43 PM
Dunc’d On Prime: Dorian Finney-Smith traded to Lakers along with @DannyLeroux.
Join us:
dunkdon.supportingcast.fm pic.x.com/uRLaEfhIjO – 2:25 PM
Monday’s @lockedonlakers podcast! The Lakers made a trade! DeAngelo Russell is out. Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton are together! What are the pros and cons? So what comes next? @LockedOnNetwork @LockedOnNBAPods
podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lak… – 1:20 PM
Dunc’d On Prime: Dorian Finney-Smith traded to Lakers along with @DannyLeroux.
Join us:
dunkdon.supportingcast.fm pic.x.com/4aapFB9U3F – 12:24 PM
Dunc’d On Prime: Dorian Finney-Smith traded to Lakers along with @DannyLeroux.
Join us:
dunkdon.supportingcast.fm pic.x.com/mCXPYXLkr1 – 10:23 AM
The new unscheduled Dunc’d On Prime reacts to Dorian Finney-Smith being traded to the Lakers. Join @DannyLeroux and me pic.x.com/jMJeQ7DI84 – 12:46 AM
Here’s the full breakdown of the Lakers trade for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. Thank you @MarkG_Medina for joining the show. link below
-Why Finney-Smith fits this Lakers roster
-Milton’s strengths
-It was time for D’Lo to go.
– What does Pelinka do next?
youtube.com/live/_InFyhenz… – 11:03 PM
Winner, Loser Dorian Finney-Smith traded to Lakers.
nbcsports.com/nba/news/winne… – 8:29 PM
Exactly two weeks into the NBA trade season, the Lakers made a splash with the signing of Dorian Finney-Smith.
DFS’ move to LA, the loss of DLo, LA’s remaining assets, what’s next on the trade front, and why this move is a masterstroke for the front office: nytimes.com/athletic/60253… – 8:29 PM
Jordi Fernandez on Dorian Finney-Smith trade:
“It was very simple to say that if we had that level of maturity and that mindset, we would have finished this game.” – 6:29 PM
Nets: Why Brooklyn rejected Grizzlies’ offer for Dorian Finney-Smith that included a first-round pick
crushpoints.com/nets-news-why-… – 5:44 PM
Lakers’ Dorian Finney-Smith trade | D’Angelo Russell is on the move again. x.com/i/broadcasts/1… – 5:30 PM
“With this trade, we are excited to add the physicality, toughness and elite shooting that Dorian Finney-Smith will bring to our core.”
Rob Pelinka’s full statement regarding the Lakers-Nets trade: pic.x.com/MtPp1mzFNW – 5:06 PM
hello! @motorcityhoops and I are about to start recording!
-Dorian Finney-Smith for D’Angelo Russell trade.
-Luca is hurt.
– Mike Brown was fired.
– Christmas takeout
All that and more!
youtube.com/live/0r9FJ1yaj… pic.x.com/XrTHvgkDpv – 5:02 PM
The Grizzlies offered the Nets the protection of the 2025 top-17 pick for Dorian Finney-Smith first, but they also wanted Brooklyn’s top 2025 pick, according to @kpelton.
The Nets feel better about the Lakers’ 3 seconds, Maxwell Lewis and more cap space (D’Lo expires in place of Konchar). – 4:46 PM
The Lakers announced the acquisition of Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton from Brooklyn in exchange for D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second-rounders. pic.x.com/58s5a4CCo8 – 4:33 PM
It’s not often that a team acquires two players who were teammates of different teams’ coaches in the same trade, but the Lakers did just that by acquiring Dorian Finney-Smith (Mavericks) and Shake Milton (76ers). 4:33 PM
The Lakers-Nets deal is official. Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton to LA; D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second-round draft picks to Brooklyn. pic.x.com/dv6b4uJCaA – 4:32 PM
It’s official: The Lakers traded D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second-round picks to the Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. pic.x.com/j6HpDwSUoL – 4:32 PM
Before the Brooklyn Nets traded Dorian Finney-Smith to the Los Angeles Lakers, the Memphis Grizzlies offered top-15 protected 2025 first-round picks Luke Kennard and John Konchar to the Nets for Finney-Smith and second-round considerations. Said to @hoopshype: – 2:56 PM
I don’t know if the Sixers have any real interest in Dorian Finney-Smith + Dennis Schröder, but if they liked those guys, Brooklyn’s surprisingly good start to the year has hurt the Sixers. They could have beaten the GSW/LAL offer, but not until January 15th when KJ Martin became eligible for a trade. – 2:27 PM
JJ Redick has been a fan of Dorian Finney-Smith games for years. pic.x.com/Hkq5SWGJSg – 1:50 PM
The Lakers reportedly traded D’Angelo Russell to the Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton.
This is a win for LA, getting a much-needed 3&D wing (something they’ve had their eyes on for years) who can slot into their starting five and do it without giving up a first-round pick.
nbcsports.com/nba/news/laker… – 1:29 PM
Nets trade rating for D’Angelo Russell-Dorian Finney-Smith trade
crushpoints.com/nets-trade-gra… – 1:18 PM
ESPN story on Lakers’ four-player trade landing Dorian Finney-Smith in Los Angeles, sending D’Angelo Russell and three second-rounders to Nets: espn.com/nba/story/_/id… – 12:55 PM
The Lakers are trading 2027, 2030 and 2031 second-round picks with the Nets, sources tell @hoopshype. All picks are unprotected, sources said.
As first reported by ESPN, the Lakers are also sending D’Angelo Russell and Maxwell Lewis to the Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. – 12:55 PM
The Lakers gain much-needed wing depth and flexibility under the second apron.
Below the second apron: $3.5 million (was $30,000)
Dorian Finney-Smith: $14.9M and $15.4M (P)
Sheikh Milton: $2.9M, $3M(NGTY), $3.3M(NGTY) – 12:19 PM
BREAKING: The Los Angeles Lakers have agreed to a trade that would send D’Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second-round picks to the Brooklyn Nets for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton, sources tell ESPN. pic.x.com/V175zGtmKW – 12:12 PM
What’s new: Four road games give you a preview of the week ahead for the Sixers.
Joel Embiid’s potential for back-to-back games, interesting picks for Ben Simmons and Shake Milton playing their best basketball of the season in Brooklyn, and more:
phillyvoice.com/sixers-news-an… – 9:03 AM
We update Thursday’s story on Memphis’ pursuit of Brooklyn’s Dorian Finney-Smith.
According to league sources, active discussions are underway between the two teams regarding the trade scenario in the story. John Konchar and Luke Kennard transferred to the Nets for DFS.
Original: tinyurl.com/mpr996xn – 6:53 PM
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Stefan Bondi: Dorian Finney Smith told reporters on his first day with the Lakers. “If you play in Brooklyn, you know what I mean. You don’t want to be the city’s little brother. So I finally became a big brother. “I feel good.” – through x.com / December 30, 2024
Mike Trudell: Shake Milton’s scouting report on DFS: “First of all, he’s just a tough, stubborn guy. A long defender, he can shoot a 3-pointer. He is a true glue man. He’s the type of guy you want to go to war with. I think that translates right away.” – through Twitter @LakersReporter / December 30, 2024
Mike Trudell: DFS versatility: “When they wanted me to play small, they had that option. I can pick and pop, spread the floor for people to get in those lanes, and pull big ones in the paint. That’s exactly what we did when the team focused on me. “We have a variety of options.” – through Twitter @LakersReporter / December 30, 2024
Mike Trudell: On Milton being a playmaker off the bench: “I definitely do. Whether it’s on the ball, attacking the paint, creating for myself or others, or when I’m finding and shooting 3s. “I will do whatever the team needs me to do,” he said. – through Twitter @LakersReporter / December 30, 2024
Mike Trudell: Shake Milton: “I’m very excited to be here. “Honestly, it feels really crazy to be here.” – through Twitter @LakersReporter / December 30, 2024
