This latest news comes from Chris Broussard of ESPN The Magazine, who acknowledged the Los Angeles Lakers' interest in the 27-year-old shooting guard.
The eight-year NBA veteran is averaging 19.4 points for his career and led the Bucks with 19.2 points per contest in 2012-13. He also dished out six assists per game last season while playing alongside Brandon Jennings.
A potential move to L.A. for Ellis begs many storylines as well as positives and negatives that would be brought to the forefront. Here's a look at the biggest pros and cons in an Ellis-to-the-Lakers move.
Pro: Dwight Howard Would Love It
In Broussard's report, he was quick to note after stating the Lakers' interest that Dwight Howard has a close friendship with Ellis and would look kindly on his return to the West Coast.
Here's what Broussard's report says about the two:
Ellis, who originally signed a six-year, $66 million deal with the Golden State Warriors, is close with Lakers free agent Dwight Howard. The two have long desired to play together.
If Howard cannot achieve his top goal of playing with Chris Paul, teaming up with Ellis may become an option he would strongly consider.
There you have it. The Lakers have reasons No. 1, 2, 3 and 4 why they should start courting Ellis.
NBA free agency cycles have been fueled by star players' desires to unite and form a super-alliance, so it's no surprise that these types of storylines are again dominating the league.
Howard has every right to be worried about his long-term success with the Lakers, as Kobe Bryant enters the twilight of his career and no other true game-changer is on the ...
Article Source: Bleacher Report - Los Angeles Lakers
