**LA LAKERS THREAD** Sitting on 17! 2023-2024 offseason begins

[geno90221]

If LeBron likes the kid he will play
Need to see how quick he is and how that jumper look against the pros. Who cares if he’s 6-6

 

[pmatic]

 

[MIKE LOWERY]

Caruso and Drummond for Bamba and Harrison is nearly identical.

But I think the Bulls would want a young guy or future pick. Caruso coming off an All-Defense year and still under contract for two more years.

What about Dollar General D'Lo we just drafted?

I think that would be fair, but they seem to really like JHS.

Probably a lot of time in South Bay this upcoming season. I think if he's a good backup, that's a win at #17.

Even better considering Lonzo's done, Ayo, Pat Bev and Coby White are unrestricted. And of course, Zach Lavine.

JHS (#17)/Bamba/Harrison for Caruso/Drummond is a win-win. Could expand to more if both sides are willing.

Surprised the Bulls didn't try and make a move to at least get into the 2nd round. They have a ton of questions marks going into next year.

 

[g-time]

Really want Drummond back?

 

[trynafeelmink]

I like Caruso but i'm not giving up the first rounder for him, This team is in NEED of young players, and the F.O has done a great job drafting. also Drummond was pretty trash last time he was here & is just an annoying presence in general, i rather take the chance on Bamba.

If it's Bamba/Harrison & a future second/HEAVILY protected first than i would be willing to do it.

 

[grittyman]

What are the expectations for JHS?

Realistically just show that he belongs in the league… if he can contribute this season that’s house money. Depending what happens in FA and with the development of Christie minutes are probably going to be hard to come by anyway.

 

[trynafeelmink]

from all the scouting reports it seems as if JHS is kind of already good enough to crack a rotation. His best strength seems to be running the pick & roll, he seems pretty patient & has already shown the ability to make tough shots & is good in the midrange/floater area. He also seems to have an NBA ready body & should be passable on defense.

I wouldn't be surprised if he gets 15-20 mpg the first year & carves out a role in the rotation.

Essentially he seems like A bigger version of D'Lo minus the three ball, but with quicker feet & lateral movement & a much better motor on defense. Think that should really help him get familiar in the offense assuming D'Lo stays

 

[pmatic]

 

[DLF]

Looking forward to summer league.

Last year with only Max it wasn’t as fun



Now we got 3 good players to watch in 17 40 and Christie

 

[Maximus Meridius]

Glad the warriors was dumb and got CP3 before LeBron got any ideas.

 

[thasoleful1]

Looking forward to summer league.

Last year with only Max it wasn’t as fun



Now we got 3 good players to watch in 17 40 and Christie

The two undrafted will be interesting to watch too. Don’t forget about Swider too SPJ probably gone

 

[pmatic]

Looks kind of Mason Plumlee-ish.

 

[moonman818]

As long as he’s better than Jay Huff

 

[geno90221]

Looks kind of Mason Plumlee-ish.

Cause he’s white?

 

[pmatic]

Cause he’s white?

Nah the way he brings the ball up the floor as a center and can pass from the perimeter. He's not as athletic as Plumlee though.

 

[pmatic]

 

[darthska]

Glad the warriors was dumb and got CP3 before LeBron got any ideas.

Would have been as successful as our Steve Nash experiment.

 

[thasoleful1]

With these draft picks staying, gonna be interesting now how we navigate free agency. The next big deadline will be Mo Bamba and Beasleys team option

 

[Korofi]

Really want Drummond back?

NO. He doesn't fit what we need. We need Hassan or Brook

 

[darthska]

Really want Drummond back?

 

[SORIANOTRON]

if we were to keep bamba and add whiteside...........

 

[lovehateself]

what does Dallas want for javale

 

[DLF]

JHS midrange jump shot form looks just like Bookers.

 

[Brosizzlew30.23]

Hmmm

Indeed

 

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