Plus, a Detroit connection, the boxout of the year (courtesy of the Knicks) and a reigning conference finalist is caught in the middle.

The Los Angeles Lakers made their first big move of the season when they traded for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton. In that trade, the Lakers sent D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis, and three second-round picks to Brooklyn in exchange for Finney-Smith and Milton.

Los Angeles Lakers fans are enthused about the arrival of Dorian Finney-Smith and how the 3-and-D forward will boost the team moving forward. However, his stint with the Lakers could end up being very short.

Brooklyn Nets general manager Sean Marks commended Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka for getting a deal done.

Finney-Smith, a veteran 3-and-D wing who the Lakers have coveted for some time, relishes going from a rebuilding franchise to one he believes is trying to contend for a championship.

The newly-acquired Dorian Finney-Smith is working to learn the Los Angeles Lakers' plays as quickly as possible.

Newly acquired forward Dorian Finney-Smith wasted no time soaking in the atmosphere of championship contention after being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers from the Brooklyn Nets. Speaking to reporters, per ESPN's Dave McMenamin, Finney-Smith candidly compared the two franchises, highlighting the stark contrast in their aspirations.

The Los Angeles Lakers, at long last, acquired the rangy 3-and-D wing they have needed for quite some time on Sunday. They obtained forward Dorian Finney-Smith, as well as guard Shake Milton, from the Brooklyn Nets in a trade that sent out D'Angelo Russell, Maxwell Lewis and three second-round draft picks.

DFS asked if he’s excited about the shot quality coming his way: “Ah man, I can’t wait! (I can) get back to shooting corner 3’s. Over the last 2 years

The Los Angeles Lakers have traded guard D’Angelo Russell to the Brooklyn Nets for forward Dorian Finney-Smith and guard Shake Milton.