@OX1947 When it comes to bball ops though Jeanie has the final say she generally puts those decisions in the hands of "trusted advisors."...
@karacha Yes big relief! It's tough to say that very often nowadays about the front office!
@Jaguar No, but there is concern that Lonzo's camp may leak something to try to slow down the trade. No evidence it will happen but Lakers know...
I'm just learning that not all bball ops folks were even privy to the final discussions. To avoid leaks, once Griffin got serious, and especially...
If the reports are true, seems like the Pelicans got the pick haul Griffin initially wanted... Best, Mr. Rambis
@Savory Griddles It was thrown in to push deal through after Bulls dropped out. Pelinka was getting impatient and Pelicans wanted more assets...
Expectation is Rich Paul will push for KCP to take a reduced deal to start at shooting guard. No talks have begun but mixed feelings internally....
AEG folks, with no bball perspective on this, are suggesting Lakers gun for KD, let him rehab season with LeBron and AD, and then make 2020 run....
@Khmrp Consulting project is likely dead, I anticipate I will be moved back to FA related business starting Monday AM. -Mr. Rambis
@Khmrp He's still the top target -Mr. Rambis
A few folks internally are pushing back against signing a third max FA. Are instead suggesting Lakers gun for more depth and shooting, pointing to...
@NinjaMonkey I posted our first-fourth options. Depends on who's interested more than anything. They will pitch all that listen -Mr. Rambis
Lakers will also be on the lookout for cheap players who play defense and are good outside shooters. They view AD as a defensive first move more...
Lonzo's camp reportedly very upset. Would have much rather played in Chicago than New Orleans. Since deal is not done, some internally are...
Would make sense, will likely hinge on who Lakers get with remaining cap space -Mr. Rambis
Lakers brass wants Davis to waive bonus but Rich Paul hasn't been looped in entirely yet as deal just closed. That info will come later most...
AD FA is just a money grab, and an out if things go disastrously. But as of now he's committed long term. -Mr. Rambis
Seems like Pels want to shop #4 -Mr. Rambis
Priority is a guard who can shoot 3, specifically off the dribble in pick and roll... but Kawhi supersedes all obviously -Mr. Rambis
I'm hearing the 2nd of the 2 future firsts we gave (not #4) may have protection. I don't think the first one does... details trickling in... -Mr....
