The Lakers really planted it beautifully this time, and they were kicked out of the playoffs by the Nuggets 1-4. Presumably the Lakers fans are crying in their hearts now, after all, who doesn't expect Lao Zhan to lead the team to the championship again? However, the reality is cruel, the future of the Lakers team is full of uncertainties, and then we will talk about how the Purple and Gold Army will shuffle its cards to regain its footing.
First and foremost is the issue of coaching. Coach Hamm, you have set your back, and it is rumored that your position is not guaranteed. The Lakers' skating trip is really shocking to watch, and there are more holes in the defense than a sieve. But then again, is it really all the coach's fault?
Then we have to talk about LeBron James. Lao Zhan is worthy of being a big shark in business, and seeing that the contract expired, he got a big contract with a three-year price of 164 million. I have to convince that this old brother is a full score operation on and off the field. What's even more interesting is that this may not just be a contract, but also a family file - Bronny is rumored to be joining the Lakers, which has become the NBA's version of "family with children"!
When it comes to player turnover, there are some people besides James who may have to pack up and leave. Russell, you've done a great job, but it seems that the Lakers brass are already looking at other big fish, such as Trae Young or Durant, who are rumored candidates for the "Big Three." Role players may also have to undergo a major overhaul, after all, this season's performance is obvious to all.
Then there's the salary cap, and the Lakers have a lot of headaches. The high salaries of the superstars have left the Lakers unable to move in salary space, which has to use mid-level anomalies or other operations to make up for the shortcomings of the roster. Things are as complicated as math questions in the college entrance examination, and the time limit for answering the questions is five minutes, but this question has to be rubbed for at least half an hour.
As for the draft, the Lakers' strategy may be to select young people with immediate combat ability, after all, Lao Zhan's time is running out, how can he have time to wait for the young players to grow up slowly? If Bronny is really selected, it will definitely be a big fat meat for the media and the market, and the commercial value of the Lakers will soar, but the performance on the court still needs to be tested by real games.
When it comes to team chemistry, it's really complex chemistry. The combination of James and thick eyebrows is theoretically not bad for King Kong, but injuries and state always can't get along with them. Dissatisfaction with tactics within the team is also heard from time to time, and the contradictions between the old and the new, and the interests of role players are all problems that the management needs to solve.
In short, the Lakers' exit is not just a matter of losing a few games, it reflects a series of deep-seated problems. What is the future path of the team? Will it stick to the existing core and rush again, or will it be restructured in a drastic way? This requires the wisdom and courage of the management.
For fans, there's no doubt that it's a desire to see the Lakers get back to the top, but the process could be fraught with thorns. Fans, are you ready? Let's wait and see how this team with a glorious history can overcome obstacles and create new glories.