Bucks wanted two second round picks from Lakers in Jericho Sims trade
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Key Points:
- The Lakers resolved their preseason roster issue by cutting Dalton Knecht, ending his tenure with the team without a trade or alternative solution.
- The team explored acquiring backup center Jericho Sims from the Bucks in a trade involving Knecht, but negotiations fell through due to disagreements over the number of future second-round draft picks to be exchanged.
- Milwaukee wanted two future second-round picks for Sims, while the Lakers were only willing to part with one, leading to the deal's collapse.
- Sims has had limited playing time this season and is on an expiring contract, making the Lakers hesitant to give up multiple draft assets for him despite the need for a backup center.
- With Kevon Looney struggling early in the season, the Lakers remain actively searching for a viable backup center option.
