Lakers are trying to add Jerami GrantLos Angeles Lakers (Image Credit: Getty Images)
After missing the NBA title last season, the Los Angeles Lakers have been pushing hard to bolster a championship-caliber roster, as LeBron James issued an ultimatum. After missing the opportunity of adding Klay Thompson and Paul George, the latest buzz surrounds the LA team’s interest in Jerami Grant.

Portland Trail Blazers forward is currently in the second year of a substantial five-year, $160 million contract. ESPN insider Zach Lowe hinted during a video discussion that the Lakers may be nearing a deal to acquire him, potentially pairing him with LeBron James.

“Should we start printing the Jerami Grant-Lakers jerseys, by the way?” Lowe said. “Should we just do it now? I think we — I might order one,” he said.

The Blazers are actively looking to trade their star forward, being motivated by various factors, including financial considerations. The Lakers, however, seem hesitant due to his high salary, valuing him at only one first-round draft pick. Despite this, Portland remains resolute, aware of the Lakers’ urgency to bolster their lineup, and intends to negotiate for the best possible terms.

Klutch Sports Connection On Verge Of Securing Jerami Grant for Lakers

Jerami Grant is represented by Rich Paul, the same agent who represents Lakers stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis. According to Trail Blazers reporter Danny Marang, the Los Angeles Lakers are on the brink of securing a significant trade for forward Jerami Grant from the Portland Trail Blazers.

Marang highlighted this connection’s crucial role in the potential trade during an episode of ‘Jacked Ramsays: A Portland Trail Blazers Podcast.’

“As I understand it, Klutch was hoping to help facilitate a deal there, and they got the Lakers to say, Yeah, they’d be willing to trade two ones for Jerami, and then when it came time to do it, Pelinka balked,” he said.