The Lakers' season is over, but the management's operation has only just begun. The most difficult time has just arrived. The Lakers not only have to try to retain the main framework of Zhan Mei, but also actively adjust the lineup of Westbrook and other players to rebuild a competitive team.
However, according to sam Amick's report analysis, James is eligible to reach a two-year, $97.1 million early contract extension contract with the Lakers this summer. James recently talked about this in an interview, and he gave an ambiguous answer. "We haven't discussed this topic yet, and from the rules of the collective bargaining agreement, we'll have to talk about it later." So when it comes to that point in time, let's see the situation. ”
According to James's current situation, in fact, his stay in the Lakers is indeed the best choice. In terms of salary, the Lakers can renew their contracts with the maximum salary in advance, giving him the salary and team status; the city, the bustling city of Los Angeles, has satisfied the life of the James family, the children's reading and education problems; the lineup, although unsatisfactory, but only has a healthy thick eyebrow brother, the Lakers as a whole can be said to have more potential than half of the NBA team.
But Sam Amick said that after communicating with relevant professionals, he analyzed the prediction that they believed that James would be more eager to fulfill the current contract than to complete the early renewal early this summer. Considering james' constant desire to compete with his son, the 1+1 contract could be more flexible. (Don't forget, how long can James, now 37, continue his form this season?) ）
Refusing to renew your contract early? And then sign up year after year, ready to join the same team as Brownies? There is some truth in the analysis of the name, but it may underestimate the attractiveness of the Lakers. In fact, the Lakers have three major advantages and are more likely to lock up James' career.
First, the Lakers' early renewal of contracts, the proportion of the maximum salary is relatively high. Of course, for James now, a few hundred million dollars, the degree of seduction and influence on him is still relatively limited.
Second, the Lakers' market background. The legends of New York and Los Angeles owe much to their geographic location and market background. Given the school district, life, and business development, James may struggle to find a better replacement team.
Third, the good name of the city. James has traveled west in the Middle East in his career, and although he has won many championships, it has always been difficult to fight back and question. Now the Lakers look at the imminent drifting and lonely, if he turns away, I am afraid that it will only cause greater controversy. And if James can stay and lead the team back, his legend will go further.
For James now, taking one more championship and one more MVP can no longer add more color to his career resume. If he wants to clear up his doubts and lead the Lakers to rebirth in adversity, it will be a great script.