Let him go there; I doubt they get out of the west. We can help, by giving TPE in exchange for Nash and pick 7; they need the cap space.
The Celtics should have no part of allowing the Lakers the ability to form such a super team.
Do you think Kobe is still going to be good?
I'd be shocked if he came back as a high level player.
History would suggest otherwise for a SG at his age and mileage, I understand that. But Kobe's mental make-up and determination alone will make him a top player in the league again. Especially as a 3rd option.
I don't think his mentality will allow him to be the third option.
Beyond that all the grit and grind in the world doesn't give you back quickness/lift from a torn achilles.
Not that I think this will happen, but if I was an optimistic Lakers fan hoping that this would go down, I'd point to how well the 3 of them played together in the '08 and '12 Olympics. With Kobe showing veteran leadership, playing team ball, and allowing others to shine.
And then I'd hope Kobe realizes it's time to pass the torch, Tim Duncan style. It will still be Kobe's team, and he'll still be seen as the leader of the bunch, but he'll get Melo and LeBron to do the heavy lifting.
Ya I'd be focusing on how well they played together and how often they were on the court together during the last 2 Olympics to believe this could happen.
