The Los Angeles Lakers 2022 Off-Season Thread

[Retroram52]

Now that the Lakers are in the official summer, there is a three-team trade that is gaining traction because the Nets already are disgusted with Ben Simmons antics. I am not sure getting rid of Westbrook for a younger version like Simmons is the right way to go but all three teams in this proposed trade are trying to move unwanted players. The three teams are the Nets, the Knicks, and the Lakers.

Lakers: Pass or pursue on proposed 3-team blockbuster with Knicks, Nets

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to trade Russell Westbrook and in this article we play pass or pursue with a proposed Westbrook trade.

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[shopson67]

I like Simmons as a fit in a Dray type role, but that contract level is excessive for that role.

 

[ANGELAKERAMS]

Now that the Lakers are in the official summer, there is a three-team trade that is gaining traction because the Nets already are disgusted with Ben Simmons antics. I am not sure getting rid of Westbrook for a younger version like Simmons is the right way to go but all three teams in this proposed trade are trying to move unwanted players. The three teams are the Nets, the Knicks, and the Lakers.

Lakers: Pass or pursue on proposed 3-team blockbuster with Knicks, Nets

The Los Angeles Lakers are looking to trade Russell Westbrook and in this article we play pass or pursue with a proposed Westbrook trade.

lakeshowlife.com

That is an awful trade for the Lakers.

 

[Retroram52]

Yea it is but at this point, to move Westbrook, the Lakers may have to bite the proverbial bullet. That's why bad trades suck. The ripple-effect of consequences long into the future continue to keep on giving. This Westbrook mess is similar to the Luol Deng and other stupid signings under short Buss and now his sister is just as stupid.

 

[Retroram52]

I agree with Stephen A at this point. It is time to move along from James and Klutch Sports and recoup their legacy that has been hi-jacked by a bunch of power-intoxicated knuckleheads.

Stephen A. Smith: The Lakers should strongly consider trading LeBron James

Talking NBA: "Lakers should strongly consider trading LeBron James" - Stephen A. Smith (First Take) Source: Twitter @_Talkin_NBA What's the buzz on Twitter? Ohm Youngmisuk @ NotoriousOHM With one 'good eye,' Ja took down the Warriors, evened the ...

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[DJ]

I agree with Stephen A at this point. It is time to move along from James and Klutch Sports and recoup their legacy that has been hi-jacked by a bunch of power-intoxicated knuckleheads.

Stephen A. Smith: The Lakers should strongly consider trading LeBron James

Talking NBA: "Lakers should strongly consider trading LeBron James" - Stephen A. Smith (First Take) Source: Twitter @_Talkin_NBA What's the buzz on Twitter? Ohm Youngmisuk @ NotoriousOHM With one 'good eye,' Ja took down the Warriors, evened the ...

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No.

 

[Retroram52]

No.? WTH?

 

[Retroram52]

Another three-team deal proposal. Just about at the level of the last one with the Knicks and the Nets.

Lakers: Realistic 3-team Russell Westbrook trade with Jazz, Hornets

This potential trade package between the Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz and Charlotte Hornets could help each team accomplish its goals.

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[Retroram52]

I kind of like this deal proposal.

Lakers: Pass or pursue on proposed Anthony Davis blockbuster with Suns

Should the Los Angeles Lakers pass or pursue this potential Anthony Davis trade with the Phoenix Suns? We make the argument here at Lake Show Life.

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[DJ]

Lakers Rumors: LeBron, Westbrook, Jackson, Handy

Even if LeBron James decides against signing a contract extension this offseason, the Lakers and team owner Jeanie Buss wouldn't …

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[Retroram52]

Saw that DJ. And now I know for certain that Jeannie Buss is as dumb as her brothers.

 

[Retroram52]

This sentiment is gaining alot of traction even though Jeannie has already stated she would not trade James if he doesn't sign an extension this summer or I presume next year when his contract finally does expire.

Lakers should absolutely trade LeBron James without an extension

The Los Angeles Lakers would be foolish to rule out the possibility of trading LeBron James this offseason if he does not sign an extension.

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[shopson67]

Another three-team deal proposal. Just about at the level of the last one with the Knicks and the Nets.

Lakers: Realistic 3-team Russell Westbrook trade with Jazz, Hornets

This potential trade package between the Los Angeles Lakers, Utah Jazz and Charlotte Hornets could help each team accomplish its goals.

lakeshowlife.com

Not really sure why the Jazz or Hornets do this one; what are they gaining?

 

[shopson67]

Lakers Rumors: LeBron, Westbrook, Jackson, Handy

Even if LeBron James decides against signing a contract extension this offseason, the Lakers and team owner Jeanie Buss wouldn't …

www.hoopsrumors.com

I understand the sentiment, but if he's not staying, they need to clear the deck and rebuild. I don't see any difference makers out there on the 2023 FA market (largely because the big fish will most likely be locked up already). Better to try to trade for assets before they become free agents and build around them in FA. I don't see AD's injury history luring big name FAs to the Lakers as I once hoped. Of course, if he ball's out this year, that could change.

 

[DJ]

Kendrick Perkins said the Lakers should trade AD for Irving.

 

[Black Adam]

Kendrick Perkins said the Lakers should trade AD for Irving.

Dunnyif I want Space Case playing for the Lakers...

 

[DJ]

Dunnyif I want Space Case playing for the Lakers...

He and James won a title together. And James could concede being the #1 guy to a younger Irving. Be in LeBron's best interest to elongate his career.

They'd also have to flip RW for some players obviously. No way KI and RW could coexist.

 

[Retroram52]

Here is another proposed trade involving James to Pat Riley's Heat.

Lakers trade LeBron James back to Heat in this potential package

The Los Angeles Lakers may have a reason to trade LeBron James this summer and if so, this trade package with the Miami Heat could be an option.

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[DJ]

Lakers reportedly fired Frank Vogel for inability to make Russell Westbrook fit

Russell Westbrook could be back with the Lakers next season.

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IDK many coaches that could have made it work.

 

[Retroram52]

Cross-off Mike Brown from the list of potential head coaches for the Lakers. He has taken the Kings job.