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They said AD only dominated bad teams and then he dropped 45 on “the best defender in the world”.
It’s been quite obvious all summer? Pretty much every reporter has said they want cap space next summer and you cant get that unless Bron is gone..
Now the Lakers want LeBron out of LA? Too many connecting the dots & opinions taken as fact on here lol
Same fanbase that is regarding themselves the “offseason champs” after: -Dumping MPJ for a inferior player -Trading for a washed Jonas who cant move -Signing 2025 Bruce Brown and THJ whos a terrorist
I’m sure people are hyped about 2025 marcus smart
Anyone dismissing this is a fool. He’s gone next summer either by retirement or leaving. They want that 50-60M in cap space next summer instead of bringing Bron back.
The Lakers “widely presumed preferred scenario” for their future is letting LeBron James contract drop off their books after the 2025-26 season, per @TheSteinLine “The threat of him leaving Lakerland next summer is no threat at all now” (marcstein.substack.com/p/whats-next-f…)
They are trying to force Bron out while he wants to keep playing.
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This isnt true. They are under the 1st apron but need to free up another 1-2M to sign another player which they’ll prob do at some point.
Lonnie Walker IV is signing with @EuroLeague power Maccabi Tel Aviv, his agent George S. Langberg of GSL Sports Group tells @TheSteinLine. Walker, who finished last season with the Sixers, has an NBA buyout clause until Aug. 1 and will be one of Europe’s highest-paid players.
4 year deal too?? We love you Luka.,
Luka Doncic is expected to sign a 4-year $229 million contract extension with the Lakers on either August 2nd or 3rd (sportklub.n1info.si/kosarka/preobl…)
I think Smart starting is a very REAL possibility..
“Surrounding our stars with two-way players like Marcus is critical to our overall vision of how we want to play and win next season. This is an exciting player acquisition, for sure.” ROBS NOT FINISHED!!??
You dont have to wonder when they JUST did this last offseason..
I truly wonder how Lakers fans would be reacting if the Front Office had the Warriors and Kings' current Offseason. I mean, this is largely rhetorical. I largely know. I truly wonder HOW MUCH WORSE Lakers fans would be reacting if they had GS and SAC's Offseason.
So the roster is basically set now… doubt any trades happen and we can’t afford a vet min for the 15th roster spot
The Los Angeles Lakers have waived guard Jordan Goodwin, sources tell ESPN. Goodwin emerged as a key rotation piece for JJ Redick late last season, playing 29 games and four playoff contests. Goodwin and Shake Milton were released to clear space for arrival of Marcus Smart.
Lakers don’t even have enough room to sign another guy which is why it was crucial to make a trade. But oh well..
So. Goodwin and Shake are gone. It would appear the Lakers could use a high energy/motor athletic wing that’s cheap and can score in bunches huh? Bring the boy back. @lonniewalker_4
The Lakers are working on a “consolidation trade” that would likely involve Dalton Knecht and Maxi Kleber, per @AnthonyIrwinLA The Lakers can not sign Marcus Smart to the BAE even after waiving Shake Milton… another move is coming
No one can deny the fact they havent done ANYTHING for Bron/AD since 2021-22..
Pelinka and ownership will give Luka everything and ANYTHING he asks for but never did anything or even the smallest shit for Bron/AD. AD asked for a big man and got traded. (And please dont take this as a shot at Luka)
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We will take Milton for the protections off the 2027 first we own
Pelinka and ownership will give Luka everything and ANYTHING he asks for but never did anything or even the smallest shit for Bron/AD. AD asked for a big man and got traded. (And please dont take this as a shot at Luka)
Vincent + Knecht for Thybulle is a clean swap Clears roster spot, opens up $4M in apron space, doesn’t affect future cap space plans
I'm told the Lakers are working on some kind of consolidation trade before tomorrow's deadline with Milton. Ideally, they trim down the roster and avoid needing to waive Goodwin but, if that reported number is correct and they don't find a trade, he'll need to go.
Maybe I am delusional but I think a trade is coming if they just guaranteed Goodwin and Gabe has no role anymore..
At 2 years and $11 million, that's BAE money for Marcus Smart. Lakers don't currently have access to that even if/when they waive Shake Milton, but I've been told they have a path to get there. Will be interesting to see how they accomplish that. Jordan Goodwin's contract is…
At 2 years and $11 million, that's BAE money for Marcus Smart. Lakers don't currently have access to that even if/when they waive Shake Milton, but I've been told they have a path to get there. Will be interesting to see how they accomplish that. Jordan Goodwin's contract is…