The Los Angeles Lakers and Denver Nuggets both expressed interest in acquiring Nique Clifford before the guard was ultimately traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder, according to a report from HoopsHype on Sunday.
Clifford, who has drawn attention from multiple NBA franchises, was the subject of trade discussions involving the two Western Conference contenders. The Lakers and Nuggets, both looking to bolster their backcourt depth, explored potential deals for the player before Oklahoma City finalized the acquisition.
Details of the trade package sent to the Thunder were not immediately disclosed. Clifford's move to Oklahoma City adds another young asset to a Thunder roster that has been actively building through trades and the draft.
