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The Los Angeles Lakers' "Plan A" is to keep Pau Gasol and bring back the rest of the team, according to a report citing a source with knowledge of the organization's thinking.

Since the Lakers were swept in the first round by the San Antonio Spurs, Gasol talked openly about this season possibly being his last in Los Angeles.

Gasol is set to make upwards of $19 million next season.

Kobe Bryant has been a staunch supporter of Gasol, saying he believes the Lakers should keep the big man.

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Boy they sure aren't going anywhere then again next season if they think bringing back the same team again is gonna work...

Gasol has been beat up (verbally) way too much. Do not give Howard the money he is asking for! He is an under achiever with a stupid smile and should not be wearing a Laker uniform. Gasol is a very talented big man who does not deserve the negativity he is receiving.

THIS IS GREAT NEWS! Another year no one has to worry about the Lakers.