Potential Lakers trade target posts cryptic message after news of JJ Redick hiring

The Los Angeles Lakers are entering a crucial offseason that could determine how the organization performs over the next decade. They finally chose JJ Redick as their next head coach and the team can now think about how to put together a more competitive roster.

One route Los Angeles can consider is three-star construction. Alongside Anthony Davis and LeBron James, the Lakers attempted to attract more star power to create a three-headed monster.

The Lakers have been linked to a few different stars as of late, but Atlanta Hawks point guard Trae Young has been at the forefront. Shortly after Redick’s hiring was announced, Young posted a seemingly cryptic emoji on his social media account.

Even though it couldn’t have been anything at all, it’s interesting that he posted this so quickly after the news broke. There have been rumors that Young is leaving Atlanta this offseason, so the emoji is certainly strange.

Putting Young alongside the other two stars could create a fun and energetic team on the court. This would also prepare Los Angeles well for the post-James era, giving them a star next to Davis for the long haul.

This message from Young probably doesn’t mean anything, but it’s something to keep an eye on down the line. With the NBA draft happening next week, a simple emoji could send the basketball world into a frenzy. We’ll likely know shortly whether Los Angeles wants to go the three-star route or the depth route.

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