The SB Nation Reacts poll shows that Los Angeles Lakers fans are strongly leaning towards Nic Claxton as their desired center acquisition this summer. Claxton, a promising 25-year-old player from the Nets, secured 32% of fan votes due to his strong performance metrics and abilities as a shot-blocker. Close behind was Daniel Gafford with 24% votes. The potential costs and willingness of the Mavericks to trade Gafford remain uncertain. Other options like DeAndre Ayton and Brook Lopez weren't favored by the fanbase, indicating a clear preference for Claxton.
Given that he's under contract through the 2027-28 and makes $25 million next year, trading for him will be costly, but it's understandable that he's a player fans would like to see at center for the Lakers.
It's unknown how willing general manager Nico Harrison would be to make another trade with the Lakers, and some experts believe L.A. would have to overpay for Gafford.
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