2025 NBA Season

[Yaunfitda]

Every new team adjustment/roster is an experiment. But I think this Lakers team is kinda over stacked, and there might be some conflicts on playing style with these veteran superstars. It's all up to them on how the players is going to adjust with the Lakers and LeBron system.
I hope Melo and Ariza will fit with the current Laker roster.

In the case of the Lakers, it's not an experiment. There is no room for experiments as these veterans are already used to that. They will know how to adjust and form chemistry at the Lakers. These players know each other very well already. Melo and Ariza are no way to play with a mindset that they will carry the team. They will surely follow what Lebron or Russ plays.

If these veterans are new players then I can call it an experiment but it's not.

There will be no conflicts too. Russ already said that he will allow Lebron to be the playmaker.

Experiments is a sense that this is the first time that this players are going to play together, Lebron, WB and Melo. So technically, they will need to feel each other but being a veteran, it will help a lot and loosen this experiment in the early stages. And they know their places, Lebron being the franchise, WB and Melo and AD as support to form one of the biggest team that we have seen in recent memories.

[Pamadar]

Experiments is a sense that this is the first time that this players are going to play together, Lebron, WB and Melo. So technically, they will need to feel each other but being a veteran, it will help a lot and loosen this experiment in the early stages. And they know their places, Lebron being the franchise, WB and Melo and AD as support to form one of the biggest team that we have seen in recent memories.

I know it's been mentioned before, but same with how Kobe, Shaq, then Payton and Malone.

They are not new to form a super team that can jive together, Both Melo and Westbrook knows there places after signing that contract they are here to reinforce the Lakers and help the team win another title, difficult as this is the first time that they will play together in the same franchise but if they all have the same mindsets in winning the title, it's easy to adjust and now where to place yourself.

[OgNasty]

Every new team adjustment/roster is an experiment. But I think this Lakers team is kinda over stacked, and there might be some conflicts on playing style with these veteran superstars. It's all up to them on how the players is going to adjust with the Lakers and LeBron system.
I hope Melo and Ariza will fit with the current Laker roster.

In the case of the Lakers, it's not an experiment. There is no room for experiments as these veterans are already used to that. They will know how to adjust and form chemistry at the Lakers. These players know each other very well already. Melo and Ariza are no way to play with a mindset that they will carry the team. They will surely follow what Lebron or Russ plays.

If these veterans are new players then I can call it an experiment but it's not.

There will be no conflicts too. Russ already said that he will allow Lebron to be the playmaker.

Experiments is a sense that this is the first time that this players are going to play together, Lebron, WB and Melo. So technically, they will need to feel each other but being a veteran, it will help a lot and loosen this experiment in the early stages. And they know their places, Lebron being the franchise, WB and Melo and AD as support to form one of the biggest team that we have seen in recent memories.

Only about 6 weeks until we get the see the go at it in preseason. I know they’re playing in the Staples center, and against the Nets I believe. I couldn’t find information on which television network will be carrying it yet, but I’ll be looking forward to seeing that game along with the rest of the fans of NBA basketball.

[Reid]

In my opinion, LeBron James is no longer the best player in the NBA.  

Well, that's correct just like how Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant is no longer the best player in the NBA.
Eras. They have their own timeline where they are good at. Their prime. But it's different now because aging will hit you soon.

As with the Lakers, I think they are strong with known names playing for their franchise but there is also a chance this could become their weakness.
The last Lakers team with Steve Nash, Malone, and Payton is the proof of it.
You cannot put too many veterans in one team for it may cause a collapse in agility.

[LogitechMouse]

Every new team adjustment/roster is an experiment. But I think this Lakers team is kinda over stacked, and there might be some conflicts on playing style with these veteran superstars. It's all up to them on how the players is going to adjust with the Lakers and LeBron system.
I hope Melo and Ariza will fit with the current Laker roster.

In the case of the Lakers, it's not an experiment. There is no room for experiments as these veterans are already used to that. They will know how to adjust and form chemistry at the Lakers. These players know each other very well already. Melo and Ariza are no way to play with a mindset that they will carry the team. They will surely follow what Lebron or Russ plays.

If these veterans are new players then I can call it an experiment but it's not.

There will be no conflicts too. Russ already said that he will allow Lebron to be the playmaker.

No experiment with this but the recent trades of the Lakers this off-season is a one of a kind trades. I don't know but it might be that this is one of the wishes of LeBron before retiring maybe. To play with some old superstars.

Adjustment and chemistry. 2 ingredients that they needed if they want to win a championship at their ages. With their experiences within the league, I think that it will be that easy for them to adjust and cope up with the playstyle Coach Vogel wants for the team. I'm just excited to watch these superstars play in one team

[danherbias07]

Hello guys, how are you?

So, I talked to some friends at my work, and they commented that Kawhi Leonard could join the Spurs, is that true!!? I confess that I was confused.
I did a quick search and Leonard renewed with Clippers for another 4 years, right!!?

LOL! Now you know your friends are naughty guys. Keep them, they are fun to be with.  Unless they are really serious about what they said.

Speaking of getting confused with the roster,  here is a good link to help out on which teams the players ended up and their status before being traded. Enjoy.
https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/nba-offseason-grades-player-movement-lakers-knicks-warriors-revamp-rosters-blazers-pelicans-underwhelm/
Peek: Most of the players of the Lakers are acquired thru free agency. The only trade they made was with Westbrook but it cost them 3 good players.

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Los Angeles Lakers
In:
    Russell Westbrook (trade)
    Kendrick Nunn (free agent)
    Carmelo Anthony (free agent)
    Trevor Ariza (free agent)
    Wayne Ellington (free agent)
    Dwight Howard (free agent)
    Kent Bazemore (free agent)
    Malik Monk (free agent)
    Mac McClung (undrafted free agent)
    Chaundee Brown (undrafted free agent)
    Joel Ayayi (undrafted free agent)
    Austin Reaves (undrafted free agent)
Out:
    Dennis Schroder (free agent)
    Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (trade)
    Kyle Kuzma (trade)
    Montrezl Harrell (trade)
    Alex Caruso (free agent)
    Markieff Morris (free agent)
    Andre Drummond (free agent)
    Ben McLemore (free agent)
    Kostas Antetokounmpo (free agent)
Re-signings:
    Talen Horton-Tucker

[Baofeng]

Hello guys, how are you?

So, I talked to some friends at my work, and they commented that Kawhi Leonard could join the Spurs, is that true!!? I confess that I was confused.
I did a quick search and Leonard renewed with Clippers for another 4 years, right!!?

Your office mates are playing with you, Kawhi has left San Antonio and I would say that it was a bad split, so I doubt that he will come back there.

I wish the Clippers could bring in other good players to include in the team!

I guess they are somewhat in over the luxury tax or salary cap limit. That's why they have to trade Pat Beverley and Rondo. So I doubt that they can still acquire another players in their roster.

[chaser15]

Simply there play style is not fitted to each other that's why the result is very terrible. We know that LeBron is doing some supporting role but he has the mentality and self center. As a result even he is doing a support role, he is still doing some solo moves to score while russ mentality is always selfish. He wants to hold the ball always as he was doing on Oklahoma, Maybe he should stay there more for his career health rather than forcing himself to sync to LeBron.

You might not be following Westbrook as you are pointing out his OKC season on which he last played in 2019. In his last season at the Wizards, everyone is expecting that he might not be fit on the Wizards system where Bradley Beal is the main scorer. Westbrook changed his game style and just allow Beal to be the main scorer while he focuses as a 2nd and doing some scoring at the same time. In Oklahoma, there's no other main scorer but Westbrook so that's the reason why we are seeing him always holding the ball.

Here in Lakers, Westbrook is totally aware of his position. He will adjust his game style here to support Lebron. And for Lebron that you are saying he is doing solo moves, it was effective since then, and no need to change that.

[Yogee]

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as for the fresher legs, we have seen LBJ and WB even plays 40++ minutes per game last season.

They can play long minutes but how about their speed or explosiveness? I'm talking about how fast the team can transition from offense to defense or make switches. I'm pretty sure the coach of other teams with a younger roster will take advantage of that.

It will be good for the Lakers if they can control the pace of the game but that's easier said than done. They can also make adjustments and up their tempo but the players won't last long. They could also suffer an injury doing that.

[wheelz1200]

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as for the fresher legs, we have seen LBJ and WB even plays 40++ minutes per game last season.

They can play long minutes but how about their speed or explosiveness? I'm talking about how fast the team can transition from offense to defense or make switches. I'm pretty sure the coach of other teams with a younger roster will take advantage of that.

It will be good for the Lakers if they can control the pace of the game but that's easier said than done. They can also make adjustments and up their tempo but the players won't last long. They could also suffer an injury doing that.

Yeah with the amount of basketball they play they will certainly be looking to limit in season minutes.  They want them for the playoffs knowing they will definitely make it.  If games are a blowout either way expect them to sit as well as multiple games a month either sitting full or at least half games.  Minute managent is getting more and more prevalent and I bet the Lakers lead in starter days off.

[SirLancelot]

I would say that if they got one more player for SG that would have been awesome, more correctly get a proper one instead of someone else. I mean think about it, they could play Westbrook, Lebron, Melo, AD all together a fifth person that is as star as those names would make things so much better.

I still think that Melo will be given the leadership of the second unit but that is still a great situation for him as well because he would be the 6th man of a team that is fighting for a title and he may even get a lot of minutes (just after a few seasons ago where he wasn't even wanted and couldn't find a contract) if someone gets injured and he is required to play a lot of minutes.

[OgNasty]

I would say that if they got one more player for SG that would have been awesome, more correctly get a proper one instead of someone else. I mean think about it, they could play Westbrook, Lebron, Melo, AD all together a fifth person that is as star as those names would make things so much better.

I still think that Melo will be given the leadership of the second unit but that is still a great situation for him as well because he would be the 6th man of a team that is fighting for a title and he may even get a lot of minutes (just after a few seasons ago where he wasn't even wanted and couldn't find a contract) if someone gets injured and he is required to play a lot of minutes.

I think Dwight Howard is the 5th star.  His presence was sorely missed in the postseason last year for the Lakers.  I think had they kept him and signed another veteran free agent last year instead of signing Harrell they would have probably gotten past the Suns and made a run for the title.  I'm glad to see they went out and corrected this issue.  Dwight has flashes of his former hall of fame self and he no doubt alters the game on the defensive end.  Sure, it would be great to see them grab another good player perhaps after a buyout.  As much as I'd hate to see it, Patrick Beverly is one name being floated around at the moment.

[Maslate]

I would say that if they got one more player for SG that would have been awesome, more correctly get a proper one instead of someone else. I mean think about it, they could play Westbrook, Lebron, Melo, AD all together a fifth person that is as star as those names would make things so much better.

I still think that Melo will be given the leadership of the second unit but that is still a great situation for him as well because he would be the 6th man of a team that is fighting for a title and he may even get a lot of minutes (just after a few seasons ago where he wasn't even wanted and couldn't find a contract) if someone gets injured and he is required to play a lot of minutes.

I think Dwight Howard is the 5th star.  His presence was sorely missed in the postseason last year for the Lakers.  I think had they kept him and signed another veteran free agent last year instead of signing Harrell they would have probably gotten past the Suns and made a run for the title.  I'm glad to see they went out and corrected this issue.  Dwight has flashes of his former hall of fame self and he no doubt alters the game on the defensive end.  Sure, it would be great to see them grab another good player perhaps after a buyout.  As much as I'd hate to see it, Patrick Beverly is one name being floated around at the moment.

Pat Beverly is still not settled in a team yet? lol. I think no one wants this guy anymore, but sure if he will be traded with the Lakers and he would play what the team's needed him to play, then for sure he might stay for a while, and who knows, he might also win a championship.

Together with Howard, I guess they'll be the bad boys on the floor.

[Vaculin]

What do you think about this, does he deserved to get this big contract?

If it will be realized, Beal would get the biggest contract in the NBA history.

Beal can also play out this year, collect his 10 years of service, and re-sign with the Wizards on a five-year contract worth an estimated $235 million, a deal that would surpass Giannis Antetokounmpo (five years, $228 million) as the largest in NBA history. Other teams would only be able to offer four years and significantly less money.

source : https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2947544-bold-predictions-for-nbas-top-5-trade-targets-right-now

[dwyane36]

Pat Beverly is still not settled in a team yet? lol. I think no one wants this guy anymore, but sure if he will be traded with the Lakers and he would play what the team's needed him to play, then for sure he might stay for a while, and who knows, he might also win a championship.

Together with Howard, I guess they'll be the bad boys on the floor.

Patrick Beverley was traded to the Timberwolves one week ago. I don't know if the Wolves have a plan to trade him, but it seems that he is still not added to their roster. Regarding the Lakers, I guess they would rather sign Isaiah Thomas than Pat.

[Fredomago]

Pat Beverly is still not settled in a team yet? lol. I think no one wants this guy anymore, but sure if he will be traded with the Lakers and he would play what the team's needed him to play, then for sure he might stay for a while, and who knows, he might also win a championship.

Together with Howard, I guess they'll be the bad boys on the floor.

Patrick Beverley was traded to the Timberwolves one week ago. I don't know if the Wolves have a plan to trade him, but it seems that he is still not added to their roster. Regarding the Lakers, I guess they would rather sign Isaiah Thomas than Pat.

The chance for Thomas is much bigger than Pat being acquired by Lakers, LeBron is more interested with how Isaiah will help them
giving some additional offensive threats.

Though still an open deal for Lakers if they see some value for Pat which can be use as a good defensive stoppers.

Still not included with the Timberwolves roster but with his past tweets after the trade he's looking forward to play with the wolves
just don't have any updates if wolves have other plans for him.

[agustina2]

What do you think about this, does he deserved to get this big contract?

If it will be realized, Beal would get the biggest contract in the NBA history.

Yes, he deserved that. He's the only player I think that averaging 40+ points per game but his team always loses last season. He is almost close to a franchise player and his loyalty paid off.

But Wizards shouldn't stop on that. They are far from being a contender in a much weaker Eastern Conference. They should try to acquire a big name on the free agency or try negotiating with other teams.

[Dave1]

I would say that if they got one more player for SG that would have been awesome, more correctly get a proper one instead of someone else. I mean think about it, they could play Westbrook, Lebron, Melo, AD all together a fifth person that is as star as those names would make things so much better.

They are still chasing Isiah Thomas as far I know, and there are rumors about the Rajon Rondo going back to Lakers as well to complete the cast.

I still think that Melo will be given the leadership of the second unit but that is still a great situation for him as well because he would be the 6th man of a team that is fighting for a title and he may even get a lot of minutes (just after a few seasons ago where he wasn't even wanted and couldn't find a contract) if someone gets injured and he is required to play a lot of minutes.

Melo will be the first option as second unit coming from the bench. But Lakers are so deep right now that they can combine players in the floor and be effective as the first five.

[Reid]

Another retired player just came out and is now a part of the Dallas Mavericks coaching staff.
Jared Dudley joining Jason Kidd's coaching staff with Dallas Mavericks
Lebron James has something to say about it.
https://twitter.com/KingJames/status/1430229476680474627?s=20

I think he was attached to Dudley in years playing with him. As a veteran, they could really make a huge impact on players on and off the game.
Well, I guess he did something really good for Lebron for him to react like that.

[Bttzed03]

^ I'm confused with LBJ's tweet on Dudley's hiring. Hurts? Did Jared turned down an offer from Lebron to join Dallas because that's the only reason I could think of right now.

What do you think about this, does he deserved to get this big contract?

If it will be realized, Beal would get the biggest contract in the NBA history.

Beal can also play out this year, collect his 10 years of service, and re-sign with the Wizards on a five-year contract worth an estimated $235 million, a deal that would surpass Giannis Antetokounmpo (five years, $228 million) as the largest in NBA history. Other teams would only be able to offer four years and significantly less money.

source : https://bleacherreport.com/articles/2947544-bold-predictions-for-nbas-top-5-trade-targets-right-now

It doesn't matter what I or anyone else thinks now, he should just sign the contract