Magic Johnson just quit

[Complex]

Its more than Luke buddy; Magic knows aint no big time free agent coming there; so what the Lakers gonna do next year??

Naw they can get Jimmy, because he's squeezed out. Brooklyn and the Knicks don't really have a position for him.

and Philly can't pay him.

but do you want to pay him a max contract? Maybe for two or three years.

 

[Nzinga]

This brings up an interesting point...is Bron's legacy the same if he's in the west his whole career? Could he possibly have been helped by a weak conference?

He took scrubs to the Finals in the east and aint even crack the playoffs in the west.

Maybe they should shelve this business of conferences and divisions; go to a 42 team league,
where every team plays the other home and away; and at the end of the season, the best 16
teams play in the playoffs, seeded according to standings.

Furthermore, they should have a second division, where the worst 5 teams are relegated, and
from which the best 5 teams are promoted to the NBA...

This would make every game mean something, and the many cities in the US that can host
a pro team can get their chance, to say nothing of the many talented players who lose their
chance when they do not make a cut in the vicious NBA draft having an opportunity at
redemption.

 

[footloose]

Lebron tried to make a case for him bring better than Jordan early this season. Sound like the beast lebron is done.

 

[Mask]

Its more than Luke buddy; Magic knows aint no big time free agent coming there; so what the Lakers gonna do next year??

So what’s the problem with attracting free agents

 

[Complex]

You think lebron can’t win with this team. This team is 10 times better then his last cavs team. He trying to coast to wins now. No more blood sweat and tears. That’s done.

Naw, the issue is he's still trying to be the focal point.

He didn't make anyone on the Lakers better. And only Kuzma seemed like he could play with him.

He makes everyone play off the ball, stand and look and be Chris Bosh or Kevin Love. The team is too young to have a Kyrie who will forcefully get their shots. That's what Ingram needed to do. Plus they probably aren't confident enough to play with Lebron.

Lonzo isn't utilized like he could be playing off the ball, though his defense still helps.

 

[Complex]

So what’s the problem with attracting free agents

Same shit with Kobe, and older player who isn't going to take a back seat.

In fact it's even bigger, because Lebron has or had more power. It's like Lebron is their boss.

It's notable how you hear stories of how Lebron became after the injury in relation to Rondo when he was injured. Lebron acts like an exec, and not a teammate.

 

[Day_Carver]

So what’s the problem with attracting free agents

When has the Lakers attracted free agents?? they got Shaq several years ago and thats it....think about that for a moment; now to address the elephant in the room; why would a top notch free agent want to go play 2nd fiddle to LBJ?? why would a top notch free agent want to play with a guy who has to have the offense run thru him?? you guys dont really want to address that and thats the real reason...and Magic seen the writing on the wall....

 

[footloose]

Naw, the issue is he's still trying to be the focal point.

He didn't make anyone on the Lakers better. And only Kuzma seemed like he could play with him.

He makes everyone play off the ball, stand and look and be Chris Bosh or Kevin Love. The team is too young to have a Kyrie who will forcefully get their shots. That's what Ingram needed to do. Plus they probably aren't confident enough to play with Lebron.

Lonzo isn't utilized like he could be playing off the ball, though his defense still helps.

Ok.
I seen this movie before. And this time saw it coming a mile away

 

[footloose]

So what’s the problem with attracting free agents

After this news. It’s worse getting someone to come now.
Maybe a.d. that’s about it

 

[godofwine]

The front office didn’t handle this season correctly

LeBron is and always has been a spoiled brat who pouts when he doesn't get his way.

He can't even recruit people to be in the movie space jam 2, much less come to the fucking Lakers.

This is what his ass get. He should have stayed in the east. Magic saw how much of a headache LeBron was and said, "I don't need this bullshit. I got money. Deuces"

meanwhile, LeBron is stuck out there in LA where he can't recruit people so he can win. His skills are declining and he stuck out in the West for 4 more years

 

[durham]

Damn LeBron, what a way to end your career

Jeanie Buss chose Luke, I guess. They might as well trade LeBron , the Lakers are officially a shit franchise for the next 10 years. Ain't nobody signing up for this much bullshit left and right. Maybe if they cash out Kemba Walker. I wouldn't cash out Jimmy Butler, to run with LeBron.

Poor coach, BI got clots, Lonzo is garbage and is injury prone, Kuzma is inconsistent, Zubac was traded for garbage, Lou Williams gone, Lopez is gone. Shit Lebron will have to put up a Westbrook triple double season, to even make the 8th seed.

Blow this whole shit up.

 

[totto]

Naw, the issue is he's still trying to be the focal point.

He didn't make anyone on the Lakers better. And only Kuzma seemed like he could play with him.

He makes everyone play off the ball, stand and look and be Chris Bosh or Kevin Love. The team is too young to have a Kyrie who will forcefully get their shots. That's what Ingram needed to do. Plus they probably aren't confident enough to play with Lebron.

Lonzo isn't utilized like he could be playing off the ball, though his defense still helps.

I see him pass alot and IMO I think Lebron wants to chill and find someone else to step up it's just no shooters, all slashers and skinny cats with no frame.

I see why Magic left though, too much pressure in LA and the team is badly built.

I don't see Lebron wanting to carry the load, dude really wants to chill at 35

 

[Amajorfucup]

When has the Lakers attracted free agents?? they got Shaq several years ago and thats it....think about that for a moment; now to address the elephant in the room; why would a top notch free agent want to go play 2nd fiddle to LBJ?? why would a top notch free agent want to play with a guy who has to have the offense run thru him?? you guys dont really want to address that and thats the real reason...and Magic seen the writing on the wall....

Magic lost trust in the people around him and got push back on firing Luke and Rob Pelinka. Lets not blame him walking away on Bron or free agent issues stemming from Bron. Feel free to listen to his presser.

 

[SpiritualPorn]

I'm actually shocked

 

[Complex]

I see him pass alot and IMO I think Lebron wants to chill and find someone else to step up it's just no shooters, all slashers and skinny cats with no frame.

I see why Magic left though, too much pressure in LA and the team is badly built.

I don't see Lebron wanting to carry the load, dude really wants to chill at 35

I think he wants to chill and not play 40 minutes a night like he was in Cleveland, but he still wants an offense around him.

I don't think Lebron can play any other way. He's been doing his thing for about 14 years.

 

[doggish_098]

I think this is over Luke. Magic didn't hire him, and Jeanie liked him...and looks at him as a Laker...which he is

They said the whole coaching staff will be axed at seasons end

 

[Dr. Truth]

Jimmy!!!!!!!!! I seeeeeeeeeee youuuuuuuuuu jiiiiiimmmmyyyyyyy . You should have never abandoned the Clippers my nigga lmbaoooooo now you can watch the Warriors beat that ass in the play offs

 

[KingTaharqa]

Magic lost trust in the people around him and got push back on firing Luke and Rob Pelinka. Lets not blame him walking away on Bron or free agent issues stemming from Bron. Feel free to listen to his presser.

This really wasnt bout Bron but the haters gonna crow bar him in there somehow.

 

[Day_Carver]

Magic lost trust in the people around him and got push back on firing Luke and Rob Pelinka. Lets not blame him walking away on Bron or free agent issues stemming from Bron. Feel free to listen to his presser.

Magic would not be resigning if he thought he could AD or another big name free agent period!! And he knows that; and yes he might wanna fire Luke but thats a secondary thought; PG already turned down the lakers; Kyrie already left LBJ once; Jimmy said no im good already; KD yea ok ; Leonard said he wants to play for the Clips; so who the Lakers gonna sign??? as of right now ; and things could change true but it dont look good; and lets be honest, none of these dudes want to play with LBJ; you mofos dont really want to say that; but thats the truth....unless its his boys(wade, anthony, paul) they dont wanna play with him; or should I say play 2nd fiddle to him....

 

[Complex]

They said the whole coaching staff will be axed at seasons end

but who said or leaked that.

Jeanie I guarantee doesn't feel that way. She probably is looking at all the injuries and Luke can't be blamed for the roster or injuries.

There were rumors Magic wanted to get rid of Luke last summer.

That's why Luke pushed back with the we wanted to keep Brook Lopez, Randle...

Who was that for...it certainly wasn't Jeanie. That was push back from him being a scapegoat.

 

[Amajorfucup]

This really wasnt bout Bron but the haters gonna crow bar him in there somehow.

Yea.. its clear what the issue was if you watched that sad ass presser. Magic got the gig after being begged to take it and after turning down other offers. He was promised control and decision making power. He tried to get rid of Luke and Rob and Jeanie wasnt having it.

 

[BDR]

Fuckery

 

[Mask]

When has the Lakers attracted free agents?? they got Shaq several years ago and thats it....think about that for a moment; now to address the elephant in the room; why would a top notch free agent want to go play 2nd fiddle to LBJ?? why would a top notch free agent want to play with a guy who has to have the offense run thru him?? you guys dont really want to address that and thats the real reason...and Magic seen the writing on the wall....

Guess u haven’t paid attention to any of my post concerning Lebron led teams over the years....

I understand it, I often refer to his play and style as a gift and curse...

 

[Amajorfucup]

Magic would not be resigning if he thought he could AD or another big name free agent period!! And he knows that; and yes he might wanna fire Luke but thats a secondary thought; PG already turned down the lakers; Kyrie already left LBJ once; Jimmy said no im good already; KD yea ok ; Leonard said he wants to play for the Clips; so who the Lakers gonna sign??? as of right now ; and things could change true but it dont look good; and lets be honest, none of these dudes want to play with LBJ; you mofos dont really want to say that; but thats the truth....unless its his boys(wade, anthony, paul) they dont wanna play with him; or should I say play 2nd fiddle to him....

Feel free to listen to the presser bro. His reasons were pretty clear. Him getting free agents dont matter if he feels hes being kneecapped and backstabbed behind the scenes and cant hire his own people and coaching staff.

This has nothing to do with his thoughts on being able to sign free agents.

 

[Complex]

Magic would not be resigning if he thought he could AD or another big name free agent period!! And he knows that; and yes he might wanna fire Luke but thats a secondary thought; PG already turned down the lakers; Kyrie already left LBJ once; Jimmy said no im good already; KD yea ok ; Leonard said he wants to play for the Clips; so who the Lakers gonna sign??? as of right now ; and things could change true but it dont look good; and lets be honest, none of these dudes want to play with LBJ; you mofos dont really want to say that; but thats the truth....unless its his boys(wade, anthony, paul) they dont wanna play with him; or should I say play 2nd fiddle to him....

Rich Paul fucked Magic on that.

I don't blame Magic for that.

That shit was handled so poorly and it made the Lakers look amateurish, but that was coming from Lebron/Rich Paul trying to force his way.

and Jimmy is good where? Look at their salary cap situation. They're about to pay Ben Simmons.

 

[Day_Carver]

Guess u haven’t paid attention to any of my post concerning Lebron led teams over the years....

I understand it, I often refer to his play and style as a gift and curse...

What his team do in the west??

 

[Mask]

Yea.. its clear what the issue was if you watched that sad ass presser. Magic got the gig after being begged to take it and after turning down other offers. He was promised control and decision making power. He tried to get rid of Luke and Rob and Jeanie wasnt having it.

Sonthat’s why he didn’t talk to her yet?

 

[Day_Carver]

Rich Paul fucked Magic on that.

I don't blame Magic for that.

That shit was handled so poorly and it made the Lakers look amateurish, but that was coming from Lebron/Rich Paul trying to force his way.

and Jimmy is good where? Look at their salary cap situation. They're about to pay Ben Simmons.

Jimmy might wined up in LA; but it wont help them; what they gonna be like the 6th or 7th best team; nah, I think Jimmy stays in Philly though....

 

[nameyouknow]

LeBron is like father time with coaches and GMs. He's whatever and O. Eric Spoelstra needs to write a "How to survive LeBron" book.

 

[Rembrandt Brown]

I think this is over Luke. Magic didn't hire him, and Jeanie liked him...and looks at him as a Laker...which he is

Just about six hours ago, before this happened, Ramona Shelbourne reported Magic hadn't spoken to Luke in weeks.

 

[Amajorfucup]

Sonthat’s why he didn’t talk to her yet?

He feared leaks and another confrontation and also didnt want her to attempt to change his mind.. Magic didnt trust anyone in the building.

 

[Complex]

Jimmy might wined up in LA; but it wont help them; what they gonna be like the 6th or 7th best team; nah, I think Jimmy stays in Philly though....

Jimmy can't stay in Philly

They can't pay Tobias and Jimmy. It's either or.

Simmons will be a max player and they're already paying Embiid.

 

[Complex]

Just about six hours ago, before this happened, Ramona Shelbourne reported Magic hadn't spoken to Luke in weeks.

Fuckin ridiculous.

 

[alexw]

Damn L.A. they say it comes in threes

Who's next?

 

[Day_Carver]

Feel free to listen to the presser bro. His reasons were pretty clear. Him getting free agents dont matter if he feels hes being kneecapped and backstabbed behind the scenes and cant hire his own people and coaching staff.

This has nothing to do with his thoughts on being able to sign free agents.

Hes not gonna say what he really feels in the presser; I listen to it already; that man looked defeated; he knows lakers are in a bad spot because of his mistakes and rich fucking paul mistakes...