The Official Lakers Thread

[kev20]

Haven't watched the NBA all season but decided to watch Kobe's last game. It was nothing short of spectacular. 60 points and he single-handily brought them back in the 4th quarter for a come from behind win. I haven't watched something that exciting in a long time. What a way to go out

Was glad he had that performance to go out. Almost made me completely forget the abortion that was Flea's version of the National anthem.

 

[northknoxvol]

What do you think about the Walton hire? Can anyone convince a big free agent fish to swim in LA?

 

[n_huffhines]

What do you think about the Walton hire? Can anyone convince a big free agent fish to swim in LA?

If I'm a Lakers fan, I'm happy with it. It's as good a hire as any, IMO. Not sure it will necessarily be the difference maker in swaying any big FAs, tho. Big FAs will come for $.

 

[northknoxvol]

Is Ingram any good? I didnt watch Duke play any lately.

 

[005]

Yes he is.

 

[Orange And Garnet]

Any other Vol Lakers watching on opening night?

 

[TNHopeful505]

Gotta say....Lonzo is looking like a good decision so far. Kid's dad can be annoying, but the boy can play ball. Hope it translates to the real season.

 

[YankeeVol]

Kyle Kuzma is the first Lakers rookie with three 30-point games since Magic Johnson (four in 1979-80).

 

[508mikey]

Oh brother the clown strikes again LaVar Ball: Lonzo won’t re-sign with Lakers unless they sign his brothers too

 

[northknoxvol]

Getting IT is a good opportunity to give Lonzo his walking papers. Might even give him a wheelchair to roll out the building since he cant stay healthy enough to walk. Probably his big mouth Daddy's cheap shoes causing his troubles.

 

[TennesseeFan07]

So - Who do the Lakers land?

 

[AustinMem]

LeBron

 

[SDV]

Lake Show is back son!

 

[BowlBrother85]

Just need to add Cousins and Leonard now... San Antonio should accept a deal for Ingram, Thomas, Hart and a first round pick. They could end up losing him for nothing in a year. Leonard definitely wants to be in L.A. after this.

 

[rocktopper16]

Add D.Jordan, Cousins & Leonard & that’s a solid team. Just need to work on the bench. I

Dwight Howard will likely be a Warrior btw.

 

[BadJerry20]

Thomas is a FA, and DJ is going to Dallas already. Come on "Lakers" fans get it together.

 

[northknoxvol]

Please send Lonzo Ball in a trade deal for KL!

 

[BowlBrother85]

Even without counting Karl Malone, who was only with the Lakers for one season, 5 of the top 8 scorers in NBA history will have now worn the purple and gold ... I think LeBron gets a ring as well.

1) Kareem Abdul-Jabbar ('75-'89) 5 Championships
3) Kobe Bryant ('96-'16) 5 Championships
5) Wilt Chamberlain ('68-'73) 1 Championship
7) LeBron James ('18-???) ?
8) Shaquille O'Neal ('96-'04) 3 Championships

* only Kobe began his career there and the Lakers even had to trade for his draft rights (thanks, Charlotte!).

 

[BowlBrother85]

Lakers just renounced Julius Randle.

 

[Caleb59seal]

Rondo signs one year deal...

 

[BigOrangeTrain]

I think Durant goes to LA next year. LA make get Lillard. I know it seems as if Leonard wont come to LA but I wouldnt count it out.

 

[dan4vols]

I'm glad LaBron is a west coast resident now, hopefully that equates to less exposure here, what an ego bloated media darling he is....:yuck:

 

[95 Vol Alum]

I'm glad LaBron is a west coast resident now, hopefully that equates to less exposure here, what an ego bloated media darling he is....:yuck:

Yeah, one of the largest markets will probably mute his exposure.

 

[dan4vols]

Yeah, one of the largest markets will probably mute his exposure.

As far as I'm concerned it'd be the right move.

 

[BadJerry20]

I think Durant goes to LA next year. LA make get Lillard. I know it seems as if Leonard wont come to LA but I wouldnt count it out.

I honestly don't think KD wants to play with LBJ, as he considers himself the best player in the world, and I think He likes beating him.