The Lakers 2024 Offseason Thread

[The Q]

Considering the source, this article does have a closer-to-reality feel to it and the proposed trades are def doable and all three would help.

1 Dream, 1 reach, 1 realistic free agent for Lakers to target

The Los Angeles Lakers have limited options in free agency. Who are the dream, reach, and realistic targets to help the Lakers contend again?

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I don’t think melton is realistic

If he can be had that cheap he can stay in Philly with bird rights

Trading rui for Robinson on the Knicks might be doable

Then use your mle on a wing

The lack of expiring contracts is going to give the lakers problems

They should absolutely trade their pick for Murray (assuming bron doesn’t leave to play with bronny)

 

[Retroram52]

That's just it, Q. Headlines all over the place stating Bronny is only going to work-out for two teams: Phoenix and LA. That means Bronny will be a Second Round selection by LA in a couple of weeks and LeBron will be staying in LA.

 

[DJ]

That's just it, Q. Headlines all over the place stating Bronny is only going to work-out for two teams: Phoenix and LA. That means Bronny will be a Second Round selection by LA in a couple of weeks and LeBron will be staying in LA.

That is what is being said but he will prolly work out for a few more.

 

[Retroram52]

Apparently ex-players during Redick's era are coming forward with support for his hire. I guess this will be gaining traction the longer this goes on.

Carmelo Anthony thinks JJ Redick can succeed coaching the Lakers

Plenty are skeptical that JJ Redick could successfully coach the Lakers without any coaching experience, but Carmelo Anthony disagrees.

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[DJ]

Considering the source, this article does have a closer-to-reality feel to it and the proposed trades are def doable and all three would help.

1 Dream, 1 reach, 1 realistic free agent for Lakers to target

The Los Angeles Lakers have limited options in free agency. Who are the dream, reach, and realistic targets to help the Lakers contend again?

lakeshowlife.com

Melton is likely getting anywhere from 16-20 mill per just like Hartenstein. I doubt Hartenstein settles for anything less.

Jones might be the most realistic....but not sure I like that.

 

[Retroram52]

I agree DJ.

 

[DJ]

I would actually love it if we could trade for Ingram and bring him back to the Lakers.

The kind of wing we could use and Bron could run the offense as the de facto PG.

 

[Retroram52]

I agree. I started down that option at the very beginning. I still think Ingram would be a great addition despite his injury history especially if they trade Hachimira.

 

[Retroram52]

What the hype has made this guy into is beyond belief. How is the Bron/Bronny/Lakers alliance going to keep other teams from drafting Bronny in the First round especially if somebody believes all that hype bullshit?? This is going to get messy, I believe.

Why Bronny James stayed in the NBA draft, and now, what's next?

The 19-year-old, whom his agent said "many teams have called" about, has reminded NBA teams what made him a highly regarded prospect entering USC.

www.espn.com

 

[Retroram52]

Well maybe the Lakers will do the right thing and hire the dude today.

Lakers set to interview James Borrego today for head coaching vacancy

New Orleans assistant coach James Borrego, a former head coach in Charlotte, is scheduled for in-person interviews for the Lakers' head coaching vacancy.

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[shopson67]

This would be a horrible trade and signing. Dude is done and should retire.

Lakers could emerge as suitors for Chris Paul this summer

The Los Angeles Lakers could emerge as a suitor for Chris Paul if the Golden State Warriors cut ties with the veteran guard.

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Depends on the role. As depth? Sure. As a starter? Hell no.

 

[shopson67]

Well maybe the Lakers will do the right thing and hire the dude today.

Lakers set to interview James Borrego today for head coaching vacancy

New Orleans assistant coach James Borrego, a former head coach in Charlotte, is scheduled for in-person interviews for the Lakers' head coaching vacancy.

www.yahoo.com

They're not close to done with interviews IMO.

 

[shopson67]

What the hype has made this guy into is beyond belief. How is the Bron/Bronny/Lakers alliance going to keep other teams from drafting Bronny in the First round especially if somebody believes all that hype bullshit?? This is going to get messy, I believe.

Why Bronny James stayed in the NBA draft, and now, what's next?

The 19-year-old, whom his agent said "many teams have called" about, has reminded NBA teams what made him a highly regarded prospect entering USC.

www.espn.com

If someone spends a 1st on Bronny, they will be laughed at. He may have moved up in the 2nd round beyond the Lakers' #55, but a 1st would be a lot to spend for someone who will need to spend considerable time in the G League.

 

[shopson67]

That is what is being said but he will prolly work out for a few more.

He had a pro day where anyone could've seen him. I don't think it's much of a deal.

 

[shopson67]

I would actually love it if we could trade for Ingram and bring him back to the Lakers.

The kind of wing we could use and Bron could run the offense as the de facto PG.

You most likely would have to send Rui/Vincent/Reaves and picks to get him (if the Pelicans are even willing to help the Lakers, since they will likely be getting that 2025 1st to finish the AD trade). Maybe DLo instead of Reaves if he opts in?

 

[shopson67]

Apparently ex-players during Redick's era are coming forward with support for his hire. I guess this will be gaining traction the longer this goes on.

Carmelo Anthony thinks JJ Redick can succeed coaching the Lakers

Plenty are skeptical that JJ Redick could successfully coach the Lakers without any coaching experience, but Carmelo Anthony disagrees.

www.yahoo.com

I could've sworn Melo just called a potential Redick hire with the Lakers a big mistake, lol.

 

[shopson67]

More speculation: James headed to Phoenix. Only if James walks from his coming offered max contract.

Unless he's signing with them for the vet min (not happening), it would have to be a December trade after the moratorium for signing a new contract (and it would need to exactly match the contract of the player the Suns would be trading for him - Durant or Booker).

 

[Retroram52]

I could've sworn Melo just called a potential Redick hire with the Lakers a big mistake, lol.

Things are so chaotic surrounding the HC vacancy and what James is going to do that many times these pundits and ex-players state one thing one week and then the direct opposite the next. Even the Lakers can't decide who to hire.

 

[Retroram52]

Trent Jr might a good signing. He could take the place of useless Gabe Vincent.

Writer suggests Lakers go after Raptors free agent 3-and-D wing

Could this suggested offseason move help get the Lakers closer to championship contention?

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[Retroram52]

The Lakers fool around long enough, they could eff up the draft.

Woj: Lakers are nowhere close to deciding on a new head coach

ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski says that, despite what some reports have indicated, the Lakers aren't close to deciding on a new head coach.

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