The Lakers are inquiring about Robert Williams from the Trail Blazers! A notable reporter reveals a potential 3-for-1 trade scheme, with Yang Hanjun as the biggest beneficiary?

On July 27, Beijing time, according to reporter Jake Weinbach, the Lakers have asked the Trail Blazers about center Robert Williams, but it remains unclear whether the Blazers are considering the Lakers' offer. Weinbach also suggested a potential trade scenario where the Lakers would send Kelleber, Knect, and a second-round pick in 2032 to the Blazers in exchange for Robert Williams.

Recently, Williams has been caught up in trade rumors, with his latest destination odds as follows: 1. Lakers (+185), 2. Warriors (+255), 3. Bucks (+375), 4. Celtics (+475), 5. Rockets (+600), 6. Knicks (+750), 7. Raptors (+800). The Lakers are the most favored destination.

Previously, NBA insiders revealed that the Lakers are interested in acquiring Williams. This 27-year-old player has one year left on his contract, with a salary of $13.3 million. Williams could provide the Lakers with a more solid frontcourt presence behind Ayton and allow Hayes to take on a more suitable third center role.

If Williams is traded, regardless of whether the Lakers are the destination, Yang Hanjun could become the biggest beneficiary. Multiple Trail Blazers reporters have indicated that Yang Hanjun's main competitor is not Klingen, but rather Williams. The Blazers also face a crucial decision early in the season: should they immediately allocate playing time to Yang Hanjun or maximize Williams' trade value, which is more important?

A reporter mentioned that if Williams performs well early in the season, the Trail Blazers might be able to trade him to teams that are willing to sacrifice their future for a championship push before the February trade deadline, potentially securing a first-round pick in return.

Last season, Williams played only 20 games for the Trail Blazers due to injury, averaging 17.6 minutes per game, contributing 5.8 points, 5.9 rebounds, 1.1 assists, and 1.7 blocks, with a shooting percentage of 64.1%. In his two years with the Trail Blazers, Williams has played a total of 26 games.