T-14: If the Lakers end up trading for a star/future star-ish player who will it be?

Post #1 » by **Slava** » Fri Sep 16, 2016 3:48 pm

T-15: Where will the Lakers finish in the Pacific Division in wins? ? 3rd/4th tied (36% each)
T-16: How many trades will the Lakers complete by end of season? | 1 (58%)
T-17: Which Laker will hold the season high for points in a game next season? | D'Angelo Russell (61%)
T-18: What do you expect to be the outcome of Jim Buss' timeline at end of this season? |Jim Buss retracts his promised timeline and stays to continue rebuilding beyond 2016-17 season (65%)
T-19: How many seasons will Luke Walton serve as headcoach of the Lakers? | > 6 seasons (56%)
T-20: Who will get majority of the back up PG minutes? | Marcelo Huertas (33%)/Jose Calderon(33%)
T-21: Who will get majority of the back up center minutes? | Tarik Black (35%)
T-22:Who will lead the Lakers in turnovers? | D'Angelo Russell (71%)
T-23: Which Laker is most likely to be top 10 in the NBA in a statistical category? | Julius Randle - Rebounds/Game (67%)
T-24: Which Lakers will be chosen as the new team captains | Luol Deng(33%), D'Angelo Russell (27%)
T-25: Which Lakers veteran will be traded first? | Lou Williams (43%)
T-26: Which member of the young core will get traded first? | Julius Randle (36%)
T-27: Who will begin the season as a starter and get demoted to the bench later? | Luol Deng/Julius Randle (38%)
T-28: Who will lead the Lakers in assists per game? | D'Angelo Russell (80%)
T-29: Which player will be the first to get cut from the roster? | Nick Young/Travis Wear tied at 44%
T-30: Which player will lead the Lakers in scoring? | D'Angelo Russell (56%)

TylersLakers · Post #2 » by **TylersLakers** » Fri Sep 16, 2016 3:56 pm

Cousins, and possibly at mid-season.

Post #3 » by **Slava** » Fri Sep 16, 2016 3:57 pm

TylersLakers wrote:Cousins, and possibly at mid-season.

Probably what I'd think too. The relationship between Mitch and Divac might get us in the ground floor with an offer they'd atleast consider.

TylersLakers · Post #4 » by **TylersLakers** » Fri Sep 16, 2016 4:13 pm

Slava wrote:
TylersLakers wrote:Cousins, and possibly at mid-season.

Probably what I'd think too. The relationship between Mitch and Divac might get us in the ground floor with an offer they'd atleast consider.

Yeah, no doubt. I think that whole situation is going to explode around January again. Los Angeles is the one place I could see him being traded to where he'll be patient as players develop and pieces get put around him.

Michael Lucky · Post #5 » by **Michael Lucky** » Fri Sep 16, 2016 7:45 pm

If we trade for a future star I doubt it will be for any of the above listed and definitely not in the foreseeable future. The signings of Mozgov and Deng clearly point to the FO thinking in the long term.

trevm37 · Post #6 » by **trevm37** » Fri Sep 16, 2016 8:02 pm

The big question, what are the lakers willing to give up?

Dr Aki · Post #7 » by **Dr Aki** » Fri Sep 16, 2016 11:24 pm

in what time frame?

ArC_man · Post #8 » by **ArC_man** » Fri Sep 16, 2016 11:43 pm

The ship for Cousins has sailed IMO. It's a combination of Sac's ridiculous asking price, the fact that he's not that good, and he doesn't naturally fit Luke's system.

dAdo dA dEvil · Post #9 » by **dAdo dA dEvil** » Sat Sep 17, 2016 2:44 am

I like PG but I would have to go with Cousins. I don't like Cousins but based on our current line up and needs the center position is the void that we need to fill.

The Skyhook · Post #10 » by **The Skyhook** » Sat Sep 17, 2016 12:59 pm

As somebody who is a big fan of Cousins I would love to see him in the purple and gold but I think we know that Sacramento's asking price is going to be high. It might very well start off with Ingram and Russell and I'm not really sure I'm willing to part with them.

cambomvmt · Post #11 » by **cambomvmt** » Sat Sep 17, 2016 10:13 pm

Im not a fan of cousins at all, seeing some of his low light efforts on D is really sad, like not even trying bad just stands there. I hope sac keeps asking price ridiculously high so cousin will just sign elsewhere after his contract is over

SashaTheMachine · Post #12 » by **SashaTheMachine** » Sun Sep 18, 2016 6:06 pm

Idk, it seems forced if we go after Cousins, especially with what we would have to give up. If it doesn't include D'lo, then I wouldn't mind too much.

SlimShady83 · Post #13 » by **SlimShady83** » Sun Sep 18, 2016 9:36 pm

As long as It's not for JC I don't care who it is or who it's for. JC is the next KB. < haters gonna hate. And just for the jokes as long it's no my "boy Lou"

happy days.

NYCLaker · Post #14 » by **NYCLaker** » Sun Sep 18, 2016 10:45 pm

skullz wrote:As long as It's not for JC I don't care who it is or who it's for. JC is the next KB. < haters gonna hate. And just for the jokes as long it's no my "boy Lou" happy days.

The comparison of JC to Kobe, is like Randle to Green. Completely no comparison.

SlimShady83 · Post #15 » by **SlimShady83** » Sun Sep 18, 2016 10:56 pm

NYCLaker wrote:
skullz wrote:As long as It's not for JC I don't care who it is or who it's for. JC is the next KB. < haters gonna hate. And just for the jokes as long it's no my "boy Lou" happy days.

The comparison of JC to Kobe, is like Randle to Green. Completely no comparison.

Not comparing anyone. Esh.

AmusingFiddle · Post #16 » by **AmusingFiddle** » Wed Sep 21, 2016 3:16 am

http://news-hl-cm.newsrep.net/h5/nrshare.html?r=3&lan=en_US&pid=3&id=Df33aa67aAD_us&detail=1&ch=200014&app_lan=&mcc=310&declared_lan=

Came across this article today. Has anyone heard from any other sources or any legitimacy to this rumor/source?

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Post #17 » by **Slava** » Wed Sep 21, 2016 6:47 am

AmusingFiddle wrote:http://news-hl-cm.newsrep.net/h5/nrshare.html?r=3&lan=en_US&pid=3&id=Df33aa67aAD_us&detail=1&ch=200014&app_lan=&mcc=310&declared_lan=

Came across this article today. Has anyone heard from any other sources or any legitimacy to this rumor/source?

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I don't think that's a legit source.

Landsberger · Post #18 » by **Landsberger** » Sat Sep 24, 2016 11:13 pm

Not a Cousins fan at all. Getting him might have me StubHub my tickets for a season or two.

JohnVancouver · Post #19 » by **JohnVancouver** » Sun Sep 25, 2016 9:23 pm

trevm37 wrote:The big question, what are the lakers willing to give up?

I have the answer to both questions ...

NBA Trade Rumors: Paul George goes to Los Angeles Lakers, Metta World Peace to Indiana Pacers
By Mark Aserit (news@gospelherald.com) Sep 25, 2016 09:41 AM EDT
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Indiana Pacers star Paul George is now included in the latest NBA trade rumors. The 6′9″ forward is reportedly going to Los Angeles Lakers to become its new star player. As a replacement, the Lakers might send Metta World Peace to the Pacers.
Paul George with the Indiana Pacers Wikimedia Commons/joshuak8

Indiana Pacers star Paul George is now included in the latest NBA trade rumors. The 6′9″ forward is reportedly going to Los Angeles Lakers to become its new star player. As a replacement, the Lakers might send Metta World Peace to the Pacers.

As we already know, five-time NBA champion Kobe Bryant will not be going to play for Lakers next season. With their biggest superstar gone, D'Angelo Russell and the rest of the Lakers team have to survive until the playoffs.

On the other hand, Indiana Pacers made some changes on their player lineup. They brought guard Jeff Teague and forward Thaddeus Young during the offseason. The two are boost big boost for the team's offense. Also, they are expected to deliver Larry Bird's wishes to have fast-paced and offense-driven Pacers.

As of now, the Lakers will be an easy prey for much stronger teams like the Oklahoma City Thunders and Toronto Raptors. But if they want to have strong lineup next season, they need an offensive player that can shoot three-points and drive to the basket. As we mentioned earlier, George might be shipped to Lakers as replacement for Bryant.

In terms playing of style, Bryant and George have a lot in common. Both have efficient post moves, slashing ability and decent ball handling skills. Plus, they are both good in one-on-one plays.

With that said, George could become the new face of the Lakers following Bryant's retirement.

Meanwhile, for Metta World Peace, he can provide good defense for the Pacers. While the guards are manning the offensive load, the veteran forward can concentrate on preventing opponents from scoring.

--- I think something was lost in translation

danfantastk32 · Post #20 » by **danfantastk32** » Wed Sep 28, 2016 5:22 am

There ain't no way in God's green Earth we're getting Paul George for Artest. Never mind the trade logistics....you know the Pacers have already received at least half a dozen offers 5 times better than that for the guy.

Just a giant salary dump?? Essentially waive Paul George....I just dont see it. Honestly...if the Pacers come off as that desperate to just get the guy off their hands, and aren't even trying to get anything in return useful, I would start to get really suspicious that they know something.