Three-team proposal routes Gafford to Lakers

His three-year, $54.3M extension starts in 2026-27

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Aug 151 min read

What happened: The hypothetical deal would move Daniel Gafford to Los Angeles without constituting an agreement.

Why it matters: The Los Angeles Lakers have prioritized acquiring a center via trade for the upcoming season. Gafford would add a veteran option to that search.

By the numbers: Gafford averaged 9.5 points, 6.9 rebounds and 1.3 blocks across 55 appearances in 2025-26.

What to watch: Watch for negotiations or an agreement before treating Gafford’s destination as changed.

Sources

Yahoo Sports 2026-08-15T19:30:10.538493+00:00

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