Rajon Rondo is on the move as the Lakers continue to navigate their mid-season struggles.
The Cavaliers agreed to a deal to acquire the Lakers guard, according to multiple reports. The Lakers will get back forward Denzel Valentine, who will be waived to free up a roster spot.
The contending Cavaliers get a veteran point guard presence after losing Ricky Rubio and Collin Sexton for the season.
Rubio, who suffered a torn ACL in Tuesday’s loss to the Pelicans, was a key piece to Cleveland’s turnaround this season.
The Cavaliers are 20-14 and hold the fifth spot in the Eastern Conference.
Rondo has been in COVID-19 protocols since Sunday.
The 35-year-old is averaging 3.1 points and 3.7 assists in 18 games In a reserve role with the Lakers, who are 17-19 this season.
