NBA free agency

[shopson67]

And so it begins. lol

Report: Lakers not expected to land big name player like Kyrie Irving or Bradley Beal

There has been a feeling lately that the Los Angeles Lakers may pursue third star such as Bradley Beal or Kyrie Irving this summer, but it seem that they are unlikely to do so.

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Report: Kyle Kuzma reuniting with Lakers is a 'looming possibility'

Washington Wizards forward Kyle Kuzma reportedly could reunite with the Los Angeles Lakers this offseason. Kuzma, who has a player option for the 2023-24 season, is expected to opt out to become an unrestricted free agent.

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Report: Lakers being linked to Fred VanVleet

The Los Angeles Lakers have been linked to Toronto Raptors free agent guard Fred VanVleet this offseason, according to HoopsHype’s Michael Scotto.

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Report: Lakers would have 'strong interest' in Chris Paul if he is waived or stretched by Suns

It seems like the Los Angeles Lakers continue to have their eyes on future Hall of Famer Chris Paul as a possible target this offseason. ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski previously reported about the Lakers possibly being interested in signing Paul, who might be on his way out of Phoenix this summer.

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Report: Lakers have internally discussed trading for Damian Lillard or Trae Young

The Los Angeles Lakers have internally discussed trading for Portland Trail Blazers guard Damian Lillard or Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young, according to The Athletic’s Jovan Buha.

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Agents dropping the Laker name to drive the price up and/or lazy reporters dropping old news as new. Lakers aren't getting FVV, Kuzma, Dame or Trae. CP3 as the vet min? Sure, but still unlikely.

 

[trojanfan12]

They got the contracts and 17 to land Paul

CP3 would be okay as long as they stick with the idea of picking him up on a vet min deal.

Ideally, he wouldn't have to play too many minutes and would be able to keep Lebron from having to run the offense all the time.

The Lakers could have used a steady hand like his vs. Denver. Reaves and Schroder did okay in that role and Lebron seemed to trust them. But neither of them have CP3's decision making or experience.

The problem though is his injuries. It seems like he gets hurt in the playoffs every season. Even when he's had a relatively healthy regular season.

 

[shopson67]

CP3 would be okay as long as they stick with the idea of picking him up on a vet min deal.

Ideally, he wouldn't have to play too many minutes and would be able to keep Lebron from having to run the offense all the time.

The Lakers could have used a steady hand like his vs. Denver. Reaves and Schroder did okay in that role and Lebron seemed to trust them. But neither of them have CP3's decision making or experience.

The problem though is his injuries. It seems like he gets hurt in the playoffs every season. Even when he's had a relatively healthy regular season.

They can do better with that #17 than CP3. That wouldn't even be part of the discussion. The Wiz got 2nds and swaps for Beal, they're not getting a 1st for CP3.

 

[trojanfan12]

Agents dropping the Laker name to drive the price up and/or lazy reporters dropping old news as new. Lakers aren't getting FVV, Kuzma, Dame or Trae. CP3 as the vet min? Sure, but still unlikely.

lol

No doubt. But you know there will be plenty of folks (both Lakers fans and non-Lakers fans) that eat this crap up.

 

[shopson67]

lol

No doubt. But you know there will be plenty of folks (both Lakers fans and non-Lakers fans) that eat this crap up.

I know. Podcasts and youtubers are posting crap like this daily.

 

[trojanfan12]

They can do better with that #17 than CP3. That wouldn't even be part of the discussion. The Wiz got 2nds and swaps for Beal, they're not getting a 1st for CP3.

Yeah, I don't want the Lakers to trade for him at all. Imo, it should be on a vet min or not at all.

 

[shopson67]

Yeah, I don't want the Lakers to trade for him at all. Imo, it should be on a vet min or not at all.

Even then, signing him almost necessitates carrying a 3rd pg.

 

[dtgold88]

The teams with cap space are all pretty bad

sure....but MLE would be a lot more than he got last season, right?

 

[dtgold88]

The Cavs don't have the cap space to sign Brown. At least I don't think they do.

MLE

 

[The Q]

sure....but MLE would be a lot more than he got last season, right?

Yes

 

[DJ]

MLE

Brown is more than likely getting more that.

 

[DJ]

Some people think he is getting 18-21 mill per.....I don't think that but think it's likely he gets 13-15 mill per.

 

[ducky]

Draymond Green opted out of a $27M player option. Does that make sense to anyone?

He is 33 years old, in obvious decline and is a locker room cancer. I dont think he is worth that on a 2 year deal.....let alone a single year deal. Something stinks here.

 

[The Q]

CP3 would be okay as long as they stick with the idea of picking him up on a vet min deal.

Ideally, he wouldn't have to play too many minutes and would be able to keep Lebron from having to run the offense all the time.

The Lakers could have used a steady hand like his vs. Denver. Reaves and Schroder did okay in that role and Lebron seemed to trust them. But neither of them have CP3's decision making or experience.

The problem though is his injuries. It seems like he gets hurt in the playoffs every season. Even when he's had a relatively healthy regular season.

They can do better with that #17 than CP3. That wouldn't even be part of the discussion. The Wiz got 2nds and swaps for Beal, they're not getting a 1st for CP3.

You got 2 firsts and could/should go after rozier

Charlotte needs to basically start over

 

[DJ]

Draymond Green opted out of a $27M player option. Does that make sense to anyone?

He is 33 years old, in obvious decline and is a locker room cancer. I dont think he is worth that on a 2 year deal.....let alone a single year deal. Something stinks here.

He is looking for a 3 year deal worth about 48-52 mill I believe.

 

[DJ]

Draymond Green opted out of a $27M player option. Does that make sense to anyone?

He is 33 years old, in obvious decline and is a locker room cancer. I dont think he is worth that on a 2 year deal.....let alone a single year deal. Something stinks here.

2 years and 27 mill would be a bargain for him. He plays defense, passes and rebounds.....a true glue guy.

 

[dtgold88]

Brown is more than likely getting more that.

I think if he goes on the open market he will.

 

[Duffman]

 

[eaglesnut]

CP3 would be okay as long as they stick with the idea of picking him up on a vet min deal.

Ideally, he wouldn't have to play too many minutes and would be able to keep Lebron from having to run the offense all the time.

The Lakers could have used a steady hand like his vs. Denver. Reaves and Schroder did okay in that role and Lebron seemed to trust them. But neither of them have CP3's decision making or experience.

The problem though is his injuries. It seems like he gets hurt in the playoffs every season. Even when he's had a relatively healthy regular season.

If he'll play for the vet minimum then he can go to better team than the Lakers. He could come to the Sixers and then he and Harden could play every other game to keep both old farts fresh.

 

[trojanfan12]

If he'll play for the vet minimum then he can go to better team than the Lakers. He could come to the Sixers and then he and Harden could play every other game to keep both old farts fresh.

I guess he could.

But you said he could go to a better team than the Lakers.