Tag: Dorian Finney-Smith

Dorian Finney-Smith Still Adjusting But Believes Lakers Can Be Top Team

The addition of Dorian Finney-Smith to the Los Angeles Lakers is a big win as he gives the team a defensive-minded wing who can knock down open shots. He is an ideal fit alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis, but…

Corey Hansford

NBA Trade Rumors: Why Nets Preferred Lakers’ Offer For Dorian Finney-Smith Over Grizzlies’

Rob Pelinka and the Los Angeles Lakers front office pulled off a big trade over the weekend, acquiring Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton from the Brooklyn Nets for D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second-round picks. Before the Lakers swooped…

Corey Hansford

Lakers News: Anthony Davis Discusses Debuts Of Dorian Finney-Smith & Shake Milton

The Los Angeles Lakers have one game under their belts with the newest acquisitions, Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. L.A. landed the duo from the Brooklyn Nets in a trade prior to the new year, and they debuted against the…

Ron Gutterman

Dorian Finney-Smith Working To Learn Lakers’ Plays

The newly-acquired Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton made their Los Angeles Lakers debuts on Tuesday night, although it came in a losing effort against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Lakers acquired Finney-Smith to bring some toughness on the wing and he…

Daniel Starkand

Lakers Rumors: ‘Early Expectation’ Is Dorian Finney-Smith Will Decline Player Option This Offseason

The Los Angeles Lakers finally swung a trade, bringing in Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton and sending out D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second round picks to the Brooklyn Nets. Several teams were interested in Finney-Smith, particularly the Memphis…

Matt Peralta

Lakers Rumors: Plan Is To See How New Acquisitions Fit Before Making More Trades

The Los Angeles Lakers made the move to acquire Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton from the Brooklyn Nets. While not a blockbuster deal, it gives the Lakers role players who should fit well next to LeBron James and Anthony Davis…

Corey Hansford

Dorian Finney-Smith Excited To Play ‘Meaningful Basketball’ With Lakers

Over the weekend, the Los Angeles Lakers made their first trade of the 2024-25 season. The team sent veteran guards D'Angelo Russell and Maxwell Lewis, along with three second-round draft picks, to the Brooklyn Nets in exchange for forward Dorian…

Ryan Ward

Lakers News: JJ Redick Likes Ability To Stay Versatile With Dorian Finney-Smith

Head coach JJ Redick landed himself a brand new wing defender over the weekend when the Los Angeles Lakers acquired Dorian Finney-Smith from the Brooklyn Nets. He was sent with guard Shake Milton in exchange for D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis…

Ron Gutterman

Cavaliers Vs. Lakers Preview: Dorian Finney-Smith & Shake Milton Debut On New Year’s Ever

Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton are both set to make their debut for the Los Angeles Lakers in front of the fans inside the Crypto.com Arena on New Year's Ever. But their first game won't be an easy one as…

Corey Hansford

Dorian Finney-Smith & Shake Milton Believe Relationships With JJ Redick Will Help Smooth Transition To Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers acquired forward Dorian Finney-Smith and guard Shake Milton from the Brooklyn Nets over the weekend and head coach JJ Redick will have both at his disposal when the Lakers host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Tuesday night.…

Corey Hansford