Los Angeles Lakers pursue Bojan Bogdanovic to add a solid shooter alongside the star trio of Russell Westbrook, LeBron James, and Anthony Davis.

Credit: AP - Scanpix
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The Los Angeles Lakers are prioritizing shooting in their conversations with teams, and have discussed packages including salaries and a protected first-round pick for Detroit Pistons forward Bojan Bogdanovic, according to Shams Charania of The Athletic.

Bojan Bogdanovic

Bojan  Bogdanovic
Bojan  Bogdanovic
MIN: 30.93
PTS: 20.96 (60.8%)
REB: 3.64
As: 2.36
ST: 0.57
BL: 0.04
TO: 2.36
GM: 28

They've also discussed concepts involving New York's Cam Reddish and Evan Fournier, via the report.

While Bogdanovic is a target for the Lakers — they are among roughly a dozen teams to inquire about him, offering first- or second-rounders — Detroit is showing no urgency about moving him. In fact, the Pistons have expressed to rival teams a significant reluctance about moving Bogdanovic, the NBA insider further reports.

The Croatian forward, 33, agreed on a two-year, $39.1 million contract extension with Detroit on October 31.

Since joining the team following September's trade, Bogdanovic has been a key player for the rebuilding franchise.

Throughout 28 matches of the 2022-23 season, the veteran wing has been averaging 21.0 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game on 50.8% shooting from the field.

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