LeBron James Discussion: Not Returning To The Lakers

declining play has nothing to do with why www.ihatelebron.com exists

it's just another reason to have caution signing an aging player with high mileage. There are PLENTY of other warning signs and reasons to not sign LLLLL that have nothing to do with his play.

Just to clarify.

 

It's a horrible candidate for progressive champion. Also if the press was not as much dominated by one side he would be so damn silent...

It's all strategic, like when Woj bomb said he was an inch away from being cut from his first Team USA stint for being a giant douchebag and what miracle someone spray painted the n word on his property. Of course almost no one dares to touch the topic.

https://www.outkickthecoverage.com/lebron-james-alleges-racist-graffiti-still-zero-evidence/

 

I agree with this... it’s funny we all talk about declining play/skills and whether his game will age well or not but I’m more concerned whether he from a maturity standpoint will age well or not.

He’s a narcissist so could he be one to handle limited minutes or coming off of the bench or not being in the game during crunch time?

As we’ve seen... if he doesn’t get his way he could be extremely divisive to a team. I guess the Lakers take a chance with that because he is such a transcendent player but it is not a matter of if but when. Watching those vids where he didn’t engage really pissed me off. This dude is getting paid a lot of money and just stands there right past the half court line. Wow!

 

I should have clarified as he ages with the Lakers (if he comes here). I would say he has two maybe three good seasons left. My understanding he wants a 5 year contract and will likely negotiate a no trade clause because he has the clout to do so. This will be his last contract.

So, what happens when he is no longer effective? Father Time is undefeated. He’s still a great player no doubt but I’ve said this all along I don’t think his skills will age well. He certainly isn’t Kobe who had masterful footwork and is the best post player save Olajuwon that I’ve ever seen. LeBron’s defense is already the worst it’s been in his career. Look at Carmelo. He’s a great offensive player and very skilled scorer and he is nearing bench status in my opinion.

It’s just my opinion but LeBron has labored this season where it used to be easy. I know everyone will point to his stats but I’m talking about what I see.

 

i'm very curious to see when lebron signs his long-term deal. he has REALLY enjoyed the power he's wielded with the two-year, player-option deals. I wouldn't be surprised to see him do that one more time before he cashes in on the long-term mega deal. when does he run up against the over-38 rule?

anyway, yes, whoever gets lebron will likely have to deal with that cap-strangler for the last 2 or 3 years of his deal. i'm guessing any team would do so gladly, actually. the first 2-3 years will be worth it in terms of both on and off court advantages gained. we just finished watching the lakers do exactly that for kobe, so i'm pretty sure our franchise, in particular, is willing to pay such costs.

 

Leadership... From Lebron.

Culture.

Mentorship.

 

Bend the knee, boys, The King is coming to Elay

 

This is the only site where politics are spoken and no one turns into a complete ahole. No matter who they support.

 

In that case i feel sorry for those players.

We can thank ESPN for that. This 2018, that is an outdated concept.

First 2 titles was under Miami management. His CLE title might not happen if Dray does not get suspended. Knowing about competitivness, have you seen the cluster 4 weeks old sperm bucket he assembled this year and the constant drama surrounding his teams?

 

Kang of subliminals at it again!



Btw LaBron's draft order for the starting 5 were: KD, Brow, Ky, Boogie.... And Davis was the first dude he chest bumped at the buzzer...Maybe there's something to that Davis trade rumor after all.

Also if Bron plays any semblance of defense like that for us next season, I'm super excited to see that next to George!

Dope game overall!

 

There are some polarizing takes on LeBron on here. Just to be clear, he would be a massive net positive to any team he joins. Ours included. But this is what I'm most worried about: I think it's possible that he is too dominant of a player on the court, and certainly more influential in team operations than I would prefer.

His agency already has its fingerprints on our roster with the KCP signing, and we helped 'Bron & Klutch out big time during the deadline. So at this point I think we've entered a "business relationship" with Klutch/Bron. I just hope Jeanie/Magic/Pelinka leverage enough for our Lakers if LeBron comes here.

 

Dude was clutch.