Lakers trade rumors: Five players that could change Los Angeles

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Jan 14, 2017; Mexico City, MEXICO; Phoenix Suns guard Eric Bledsoe (2) drives against San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (9) in the first half during the NBA game at the Mexico City Arena. Mandatory Credit: JosŽ MŽndez/EFE via USA TODAY Sports /

Eric Bledsoe

Addressing their consistent issues at point guard, this is the hypothetical situation where the team chooses to change paths.

D’Angelo Russell has proven he can be effective, but whether or not he can stay healthy is another story.

It’s too soon to say that the Lakers would actually move past Russell, but it can’t be impossible to rule out.

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Inconsistent play at that position could cost the Lakers a chance to move on past Kobe Bryant and start succeeding with new faces.

Bledsoe would be that missing key for the Lakers in terms of a starting veteran.

Right now, they have that obvious leader in Lou Williams, but at best he’s a sixth man.

Getting that dependable veteran would be clutch for them moving forward, but it won’t happen with Bledsoe in reality.

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