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          After the Kawhi trade, what next for LeBron and the Lakers?

          Where do LeBron James and the Lakers go from here? Larry W. Smith/EPA
          • Kevin Pelton, ESPN Senior WriterJul 20, 2018, 10:01 AM ET
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            • Co-author, Pro Basketball Prospectus series
            • Formerly a consultant with the Indiana Pacers
            • Developed WARP rating and SCHOENE system
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          The possibility of trading for Kawhi Leonard this summer is off the table for the Los Angeles Lakers, barring a stunning change of plans after Leonard was dealt to the Toronto Raptors earlier this week.

          So now what for the Lakers' hopes of adding a second star player to complement newly signed LeBron James?