Aloha,
This is the time of the year that everyone is blowing smoke. Teams and Agents are all blowing smoke and writers are inhaling it. It is really hard to tell what is true and what’s not. Agent are looking to increase their clients value while teams often slip misinformation to throw off their rivals. I’m sure the Lakers have discussed every player that is linked to them. Those leaks are probably true. But how serious are they about any of them. I’m sure they have discussed other guys as well. And I believe it’s in the Lakers best interest to not let the league know who their true targets are. This has been going on since the last championship. Every star is linked to the Lakers. The rumor about LeBron were true. AD really wasn’t a rumor because he publicly let it be known that the Lakers were one of his choices. Ever other time nothing happens with stars. The draft will be the first trade opportunity if we want to include our pick. After that who knows. I still believe that the odds of us landing a star are small. But never say never I guess.
It’s definitely the ‘the Days of Smoke,’ Michael.
I’m actually surprised there has not been more stories since we all know everybody is talking behind the scenes already regardless of the rules about tampering.
I still believe the Lakers will go big but will be interested to see what they actually do. Will they go the hard cap or luxury tax route? They will add a third star if at all possible.
Next week should be great fun with the draft and free agency hitting. Have my toes, fingers, and eyes crossed.
“The days of smoke”. The title says it all, Michael. Even though the title might have an element of humor to it, you are very right. Tom also top it off with the right notes. Thank you.