Former Sixth Man of the Year Jordan Clarkson has done great things for the Utah Jazz since joining the team in 2020.
For a while, it seemed like he was considered untouchable by Utah’s front office, but it sounds like that view has changed.
According to The Athletic, via Courtside Buzz, Clarkson has become “an attractive trade target for multiple teams” and the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers have emerged as “the top of the list of potential suitors.”
REPORT: Jordan Clarkson has become an attractive trade target for multiple contending teams, with the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers emerging at the top of the list of potential suitors.
How would Clarkson fit in LA or Denver? 🤔
Via. The Athletic pic.twitter.com/sc3MlKjZPB
— Courtside Buzz (@CourtsideBuzzX) December 19, 2024
The Lakers and Nuggets want Clarkson and they can’t be blamed for that.
He has posted 15.9 points, 3.5 rebounds, and 3.7 assists during his 15 games, mostly off the bench, in 2024-25.
The fact that the Jazz are willing to part ways with him shows they are taking the concept of a rebuild seriously.
Going to either the Lakers or Nuggets makes sense for Clarkson because he could add a lot to either roster.
Fans remember that the Lakers were the first team he played for after being drafted in 2014.
During his four years with the Lakers, Clarkson shot 14.3 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists.
Is it time for a reunion with him and his first team or would it be smarter to go to Denver?
Whether it be the Lakers or Nuggets that get Clarkson, they will need to be prepared to play ball with the Jazz.
Utah has seemingly taken pride in driving a hard bargain during trade negotiations, so they will not go easy on either team vying for Clarkson.
Will any trade featuring Clarkson end up being beneficial for all teams involved?
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