Lakers Pegged as Landing Spot for Ex-Celtics Guard Named Top Free Agency 'Steal'

Lakers Eye "Steal" of Free Agency in Former Celtic

Could a reunion with LeBron James be in the cards for Malcolm Brogdon?

The Los Angeles Lakers are assembling their roster around star Luka Doncic and may have their sights set on a valuable addition: former Boston Celtics guard Malcolm Brogdon.

CBS Sports analyst James Herbert believes Brogdon, who has spent time with the Portland Trail Blazers and Washington Wizards, could be a steal for a contender.

"After a couple of years in Portland and Washington, it feels like it's time for the veteran guard to get back on a winning team," Herbert wrote. "If healthy, he could be a real bargain for a contender -- it was only two years ago that he won Sixth Man of the Year in Boston."

Bleacher Report’s Timothy Rapp points to the Lakers as a potential destination for Brogdon, who has expressed admiration for LeBron James in the past.

Brogdon: "LeBron is Playing at a Higher Level"

Speaking to Brandon “Scoop B” Robinson, the former NBA Rookie of the Year stated his belief that James is the greatest player of all time and challenged those who use James’ longevity as an argument against him.

“At 40, I think that LeBron is playing at a higher level," Brogdon said. "But I think medicine and I think science has come a long way. But I think also longevity has to be counted for LeBron. He’s the first player in this game to have longevity that is counted against him, you know? It’s one of his downfalls.”

Brogdon's Stats Last Season

Brogdon was a solid contributor for the Wizards last season, averaging 12.7 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 4.1 assists per game.