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At the NBA trade deadline on Thursday, the LA Lakers fully participated in the frenzy and got a steal by trading Patrick Beverley to the Orlando Magic for Mo Bamba. It's been four days since the trades happened, and the young bigman already has something to compare LeBron James and Anthony Davis to.
Bamba shared that being with James and Davis in the locker room feels surreal, and he even gave them a nickname already. The 24-year-old center called the duo of King James and The Brow "Three 6 Mafia."
Fans later shared their hilarious reactions to this comment from the Lakers big man. Here are some of the funniest.
The Three 6 Mafia is an American hip-hop group that belew up during the mid-1990s to the 2000s. The group currently has two members, DJ Paul and Juicy J. But they've also got some iconic names on their roster, including Lord Infamous, Koopsta Knicca, Gangsta Boo and Crunchy Black.
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How will Mo Bamba elevate the Lakers' game?
Mo Bamba has made a name for himself for being one of the league's most capable defensive bigs. Last season, he averaged almost two blocks per game, making him a serious inside threat. His numbers took a hit due to his reduced playing time with the Magic, but that could improve now that he's with the Lakers.
The Lakers have struggled to have reliable defensive players on their roster. Other than Davis, Los Angeles didn't have anyone else that they could rely on to protect the rim. Acquiring the 7-foot center last week made it possible for them to compete in the tough Western Conference.
In addition to his defensive skills, the former No. 6 pick is also a great floor stretcher. He's knocking down 39.8% of his shots from deep on 2.7 attempts per game. Bamba could be one of the players that could help turn things around for the Lakers this season.
He's a capable offensive player who can finish around the rim. Bamba is an excellent finisher and can make shots from mid-range as well. By the looks of things, the young bigman could be Davis' backup. It isn't terrible to have him as the center of the second unit, in fact, it's a luxury.
The Lakers could make one last push after the All-Star break. It's clear that their goal is to still compete for the Larry O'Brien Trophy this season. Luckily for them, they made decent moves last week, which could be a huge reason to how they'll end their season.
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