The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly exploring a high-profile trade that could bring star big man Anthony Davis back to Southern California, according to a New York Post story published on June 18, 2026.
The article states that league sources have linked the Lakers to discussions centered on reacquiring Davis, who spent eight seasons with the franchise before being moved in a prior deal. Specific trade partners, players or draft assets involved in the rumored negotiations were not detailed.
Davis, 33, was a key figure in the Lakers’ 2020 championship run and remains one of the league’s premier two-way frontcourt players when healthy. His potential return would reunite him with Los Angeles and immediately reshape the team’s roster ahead of the 2026-27 NBA season.
The timing of the rumors arrives as the NBA offseason trade window approaches, a period when front offices often explore significant roster changes. The Lakers, coming off a disappointing playoff exit, have been linked to several possible moves in recent weeks.
No formal proposal has been filed with the league office, and all talks remain in the exploratory stage, the report adds. Representatives for the Lakers and for Davis’ current club did not offer public comment.
Source: New York Post
