The Lakers are revealed to be looking back to the second place in the past! The big ball is expected to assist East Zhan to win the championship, and the Purple and Gold Army has the tradition of sign

June 20, there are still 6 days left before the 2025 NBA Draft. According to Lakers reporter Dan Woike, the Lakers are interested in Bulls guard Lonzo Ball for some time. As we all know, Lonzo Ball (later referred to as Big Ball) was selected by the Lakers to enter the league.

At the 2017 draft, the Lakers selected the big ball with the second pick, who played for the Purple and Gold Army for two seasons. However, while playing for the Lakers, although the big ball showed his passing vision and defensive ability, his shooting ability was questioned a lot. So in the summer of 2019, the big ball was sent to the Pelicans by the Lakers, and then he came to the Bulls.

According to Lakers' team reporter Dan Woike, the Lakers have been interested in the old player's big ball for some time. Dan Woike believes that a player who can play without the ball in the big ball can become the second offensive initiator, an excellent passer, a fixed-point pitcher and a defender who can defend multiple positions. With James and Doncic around, big balls can create more offensive opportunities for the team. His defensive ability can also make up for the Lakers' defensive shortcomings to a certain extent, especially when facing teams with fast pace and multiple attack points.

It should be noted that the Lakers have always had a tradition of trading back to the old players. They are familiar with the technical and tactical characteristics of these players, and their relationship with Tangelo Russell not long ago is proof of this.

In the 2024-25 season, Daqiu played 35 games for the Lakers, averaging 7.6 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.3 steals per game, shooting percentage of 36.6%, three-point shooting percentage of 34.4%, and free throw shooting percentage of 81.5%. The Bulls eventually fell in the playoffs and failed to make the playoffs.

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