LyricalRico wrote:closg00 wrote:The good but bad news for us is that with the Cav's being gutted, its going to be easier for us to make the playoffs.
Not sure that LBJ opting out means he’s 100% out the door, though. He’s basically retaining control over his situation, and forcing Cleveland to keep trying to improve.
This makes it less likely that LeBron is getting traded.
I think you can probably count Houston out at this point. It was a remote chance, but it would have probably been a 1 or 2 season championship or bust arrangement. There could be something like a double S&T, but I think the chances are a lot lower.
Most reporting seems to indicate it is a choice between the Lakers and Cavs. The expectation seems to be that a 2nd star would join LeBron: Paul George and Leonard are the most commonly mentioned names.
It wouldn't surprise me if there is a 3rd team that is a possibility. If the teams weren't such a mess, I think NY might have some pull.




























