NBA Trade Rumors: 3 potential trade destinations for Lonzo Ball

It is no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers are currently looking to add a second All-Star to the team, as they look to give LeBron James the best possible chance to compete. Despite this, Magic Johnson has been extremely reluctant to trade away any of the Lakers young core, although LeBron James turns 34 later this month, and the team needs players that can help them win now.

Lakers executives will want to keep Brandon Ingram, as the franchise believes that he can develop into a top 10 NBA player, although Josh Hart, Kyle Kuzma, and Lonzo Ball are all at risk of being traded.

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Of the trio, Lonzo Ball, in particular, will generate a lot of interest, as he has the potential to develop into an All-Star caliber point guard. During his debut season, he averaged 10.2 points, 7.2 assists, and 6.9 rebounds per game, and Ball has continued to impress alongside LeBron James this season. Despite this, the youngsters future is still in doubt, and here are three teams that will be interested in acquiring the point guard.

#3 Chicago Bulls

The Chicago Bulls are currently building their own young core

The Chicago Bulls have struggled to make much of an impact since the decline of Derrick Rose, although there are now reasons for Bulls fans to be optimistic about the future. Lauri Markkanen looks destined to be a future All-Star, while Zach LaVine has managed to overcome his injury issues, and is now having the best season of his career.

Despite this, the franchise is still crying out for a starting caliber point guard, and Lonzo Ball's arrival would be an incredible pickup for the team. The 21-year-old would be able to develop in a pressure-free environment alongside a number of other talented youngsters, although the Bulls will need a third team to make a trade work.

#2 Charlotte Hornets

Kemba Walker could be traded for Lonzo Ball

While the Charlotte Hornets are not the most attractive trade option for Lonzo Ball, the Lakers may be interested in swapping Kemba Walker for their young point guard. Walker is already an established All-Star, and the 28-year-old is currently enjoying the best season of his career.

So far this season, Walker is averaging 24.9 points, 6.3 assists and 4.5 rebounds per game, and the guard may be available for trade due to his current contract situation. Walker will become an unrestricted free agent in the summer, and it is unlikely that the All-Star will remain on a Hornets team that faces a yearly struggle to reach the playoffs.

Lonzo Ball could also benefit from the move, as the Hornets would provide the youngster with big minutes, and offer him the opportunity to learn from former Spurs guard, Tony Parker. Ultimately, this trade will depend on the Lakers interest in Walker.

#1 Orlando Magic

Lonzo Ball could develop alongside a number of talented young players in Orlando

Just like with the Chicago Bulls, the Orlando Magic will need a third team to join trade discussions in order to have a shot at acquiring Ball. Nevertheless, the Orlando Magic look to be the perfect destination for the 21-year-old, and if Ball is made available, the Magic are likely to be aggressive in securing a deal with the Lakers for the point guard.

The Magic have quietly put together a promising young roster, and only two members of the current team are over the age of 30. One of these is their current starting point guard, D.J. Augustin, who until this season, had spent his entire career coming off the bench. Ball would immediately replace Augustin in the starting five, and the youngster's addition to an already talented roster should be enough to ensure regular playoff contention for the Magic.