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Lakers pull off a surprise trade, sending Deandre Ayton to the Wizards for Jaden Hardy and future picks, leaving a backup center void — and whispers point to Jonas Valanciunas as the answer. The Nuggets, stuck with Valanciunas until July 8th or face an $8M tax hit, are desperate to move him before his contract balloons to $10M. While his overseas options and limited trade value make him a tough sell, the Lakers’ need could turn him into a valuable asset. But here’s the wild card: what if trading Valanciunas unlocks a dream scenario — Bronny James to Denver, and LeBron James to the Nuggets? Picture it: a roster upgrade, a tax dodge, and LeBron’s elite playmaking and athleticism transforming Denver into a championship contender. It’s a long shot — but if it works, it could rewrite the NBA landscape.

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