In a recent episode of The Bill Simmons Podcast on The Ringer, Simmons proposed a trade that could send shockwaves through the NBA: the Golden State Warriors acquiring Anthony Davis from the Los Angeles Lakers in a blockbuster deal. The proposed trade would involve a haul of assets going back to Los Angeles, setting the stage for what could be one of the most dramatic mid-season moves in recent memory. Warriors receive: Anthony Davis Lakers receive: Draymond Green, Dennis Schroder, Jonathan Kuminga, Trayce Jackson-Davis, 2025 1st Round-Pick, 2027 1st Round-Pick, 2029 pick swap

LeBron James and Anthony Davis are concerned about the Lakers’ ability to make big moves. The Lakers currently have a 23-18 record, ranking fifth in the Western Conference. While this puts them in playoff contention, sources indicate that LeBron James and Anthony Davis are growing concerned about the team’s inability—or unwillingness—to make significant roster additions before the February trade deadline. Despite these worries, Lakers management appears to prefer lesser transactions involving second-round picks rather than using its two tradeable first-round picks (2029 and 2031) for quick assistance. Simmons’ trade proposal provides the Lakers with a variety of assets that might help them rebuild while remaining competitive.

Draymond Green, a four-time NBA champion and defensive leader (8.4 points, 6.0 rebounds, 5.4 assists, 41.5% FG, 36.2% 3PT FG), would provide the Lakers with outstanding basketball IQ, leadership, and defensive versatility. His closeness to LeBron James, as well as their mutual respect, have the potential to produce a great locker room dynamic. Dennis Schroder’s (14.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, 5.6 assists, 41.8% FG, 35.0% 3PT FG) addition addresses the Lakers’ immediate need for a reliable secondary ball handler. Schroder is also familiar with the Lakers’ system, having played for them during the 2020-21 and 2022-23 seasons.

Jonathan Kuminga, a 22-year-old forward with tremendous potential (16.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 45.9% FG, 34.5% 3PT FG), combines agility, defensive promise, and offensive upside. He might become a franchise cornerstone in the post-LeBron era. Trayce Jackson-Davis (7.9 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.1 blocks, 70.2% FG), a sophomore big man with strong fundamentals and rebounding skills, gives depth to the Lakers’ frontcourt. Three first-round picks (including a swap) offer significant options for future deals or rebuilding efforts. The Lakers would get both immediate contributions and young players to build around, but trading Anthony Davis—arguably their second-most important player—would be a hazardous move. Davis is still a strong presence on both sides of the floor, and trading him might shatter the team’s cohesiveness .

The Warriors, who are 11th in the West with a 21-22 record, are in a difficult situation. Stephen Curry, 36, has made it obvious that he does not want to spend his last years on a subpar team. This proposed trade would provide the Warriors with a significant improvement in the shape of Davis, a superstar big man capable of providing exceptional rim protection and scoring alongside Curry.

Pairing Davis with Curry and the Warriors’ current system may revive Golden State’s aspirations, especially in a close Western Conference. Davis’ ability to dominate inside would provide the Warriors with an interior presence they have lacked in recent years. However, the Warriors would have to trade with significant assets such as Green and promising young players Kuminga and Jackson-Davis. They’d also be mortgaging their future draft capital to win now, which may backfire if the Davis-Curry tandem fails to deliver a title. Given his tight relationship with Davis, LeBron James would likely block this move. When fit, the tandem remains one of the league’s most dominant one-two punches, having won the championship in 2020. Trading Davis, who acts as a defensive anchor

While Simmons’ trade proposal is intriguing, it appears doubtful that either team will ultimately make the move. The Warriors would be taking a big risk by reducing their depth and future assets, whereas the Lakers would risk alienating LeBron and disrupting their current squad. This hypothetical agreement is fascinating to explore, but it appears to be better suited to a “what if” scenario than actual execution. LeBron James (23) reacts during the second half of the Los Angeles Lakers’ game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center.

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