When LeBron James joined the Lakers this summer, we all knew that Los Angeles was not built to win a title this season. The Lakers have a superstar in James, a few guys who have star potential, and a decent cast of veterans.
According to ESPN NBA analyst Jalen Rose, James knows that the 2018-19 season is about growing the team for the future.
“He knows that this is a building year,” Rose told TMZ Sports. “It’s just not going to be something he’s used to because he’s made the Finals the last eight or nine years.
“They about to blow this one up. They got a lot of rookies, and they got a lot of guys on rookie contracts, and they got a lot of vets on one-year deals.”
Rose believes the Lakers presently have two guys that could definitely have success with James moving forward.
“If you’re on your rookie contract, you’re auditioning to see who can fit best with LeBron,” Rose said. “Right now it looks like(Kyle)Kuzma and (Josh)Hart, but stay tuned.
While PG Lonzo Ball had a solid rookie season, Rose is not sure if he fits with James:
“I love Lonzo. He got game. But, they’re taking the ball out of his hands,” Rose said. “I’m rooting for him. I’m rooting for (Brandon) Ingram as well.”
I think the Lakers will have a hard time making the playoffs this season. For Los Angeles, it’s about getting another star to team with LeBron James, which could happen in the offseason.
Regarding Ball, James has been at his best when he had a point guard that can shoot. Ball does not necessarily fit that description, so you wonder what his future could be in Los Angeles after this season.
In the end, the Lakers are a work in progress.
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