Optimism Discussion: The Laker's Sky Is Not Falling

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  1. alam1108

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    For the Lakers it's championship or bust, every season. For the Cavs its...... well it's something else. If you come here you just know that we will do our damnedest (is that a word?) to compete for #17.
     
    alam1108, Jul 3, 2018
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    And with Rondo and others, especially Kuz and Ingram we can lighten the load for Lebron meaning he'll have more energy for the Playoffs.

    Its hard to beat Lebron 4 out of 7 games come playoff time and that's what we're counting on.
     
    Battle Tested20, Jul 3, 2018
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    England finally won a penalty shootout in the World Cup after 3789054723489076 years! I see this as a sign that Deng (who represents England at international level) will be gone by the end of the week! :rock:
     
    DoMinJoon, Jul 3, 2018
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  4. KareemtheGreat33

    KareemtheGreat33 - Lakers MVP -

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    LOL we need a soccer octopus
     
    KareemtheGreat33, Jul 3, 2018
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    Regardless of what Golden State, Houston, Boston, or every other team does, I'm optimistic. People may be skeptical of the Lakers, but there's an old quote I like to dig up in times like this...

     
    Kentucky Laker, Jul 4, 2018
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  6. lakerjones

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    I'm thrilled! We were so mired in losing for so long under Mitch and Jim that I was almost hopeless when it came to seeing how we were ever going to produce a contender again. Huge respect to Jeannie for doing what had to be done and canning those guys. That took a lot of guts and of course Jimbo and his brother tried to take her to court but had to back down as she was well within her rights to do so. She is the smart one and the true number one heir to her dad, which is why he gave her the authority that he did. The apple didn't fall far from the tree with her. And bringing in Magic was a great call.

    Last year we finally turned it around and put together a competitive team again. We have assembled great young talent that will grow into their potential in the following years. We got back on the correct track.

    This summer we nabbed what we have been waiting for since Kobe retired, a true superstar - the very biggest in the league. Now Magic and Rob just have to finesse what they have put together and give us a chance to go all the way. At least now we are the talk of the league again, have dispelled most of the nonsense and are going to get back to the playoffs. Rob and Magic aren't content with that so I'm looking forward to what they will do to get over the hump.
     
    lakerjones, Jul 4, 2018
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    If nothing else, we'll be very entertaining

     
    Battle Tested20, Jul 4, 2018
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    If England win the World Cup, I'll personally come and get rid of Deng myself.
     
    Kou, Jul 4, 2018
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    :Laugh:
     
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    [​IMG]
     
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    that was terrible.
     
    OX1947, Jul 4, 2018
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    :Kobe Snickering:

    but it may reflect what we have to look forward to

    :dwightcrying:
     
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    Assuming a healthy Lonzo .... if he is coming off the bench at times with the talent that is going to be coming off of our bench ..... look the hell out!

    :Chewie:
     
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    Showtime 2.0 is coming. Who better for remembering the vibe of the original Showtime than this Guy. What a talent at the games. Let's Go!!

     
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    I think all 4 of our post-Lebron signings that everyone is skeptical about are going to end up being fan favorites.
     
    Helljumper, Jul 6, 2018
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    I feel like I still need to pinch myself. I’ve wanted Jim Buss gone since the day I learned he existed. My #1 fantasy was that Magic would swoop in and save the team for us. Not only has that happened, but we just signed LeBron frickin’ James, and it’s only going to get better from hear. Hell yeah. Let’s do this. So excited to go on this ride.
     
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    Jeanie's troll game puts sirron's to shame.

    I mean what does this even mean? Leather pants aka Bron signed?

    Or is this Klaw related, cause isn't that where you get those bears from anyways?

    [​IMG]

    Alright I'm gonna take her advice and get some good night sleep...
     
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    UGH!!!!!
     
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    Rondo will provide stability, accountability and foster toughness... Stephenson? Hit or miss...unpredictable but he won't skimp on effort. He'll likely drive the fanbase crazy with his decision making out there on the floor. McGee the less the better though he'll do more in those lesser minutes than Mozgov ever did.

    Sign Lopez...keep the young core and let's roll. Leonard will be sent elsewhere then we can take our chances with him during his free agency. That is if Leonard is really intent on not staying.
     
    gcclaker, Jul 7, 2018
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