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joeblow
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| crackadon wrote: | | joeblow wrote: | ^^^ He's not an UFA. We can match any offer made to him, or give him an at minimum $80K to play for us next year.
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No joke, but for the past few years, Caruso has been my wife's favorite Laker (even when he spent most of his time off the roster in the G-League). She was literally sobbing with joy last night cheering him on during his amazing beat down of the Clippers.
The last 4-5 games have actually been fun to watch if only because of his tremendous effort (and poster dunks, lol). |
Dude, that is so cool that your wife rocks with Caruso like that.
I was so proud of him last night too. Almost shed a little tear myself tbh.
Go Alex! |
Yep! And before that, she was always rooting for Larry Nance Jr. I've noticed she tends to appreciate under-rated, high character players that give 110% effort on the court the most.
I had to apologize to her about Caruso, though. My ongoing joke with her for awhile was that the only time we would see him in a game was when he was a victory cigar for our big lead, or a white flag for our big loss. He's turned himself into a nice player. |
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VicXLakers
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| Posted: Sat Apr 06, 2019 8:11 pm Post subject: |
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| h2omike wrote: | | lakerfanaticPT wrote: | | h2omike wrote: | | I think he gives us a chance to re-sign him , especially if we are assuring him of playing time next year. He may vault hims of above Hart and convince us not to resign Rondo. |
Caruso back up PG
Hart back up SG
Free agent Kemba as starting SG
Draft KPJ as SG/SF or Clarke as back up PF/C
Buy a second rounder and pick up a prospect that might have dropped or euro
Great summer complete:)))))) |
That’s a nice backup backcourt, AC and Hart. |
hard nosed backcourt |
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Villain6Activated
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Honestly I'm torn on this. I want Alex Curuso back next season and think he's the perfect backup point guard in the sense that we don't really need a ball dominant guard getting major minutes and a cheap backup so we can use cap space effectively for shooters off the bench makes sense.
But at the same time, if Lonzo Ball is our starting point guard and we assume he misses 20ish games then I really don't want a stretch with Curuso being our starting PG and having no back up. I'd rather have a more veteran PG to rely on in a playoff run.
I want him back as the 3rd string point guard but I also want him to go to a team where he can be the backup and get consistent minutes.
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PlantedTanks
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| Posted: Sun Apr 07, 2019 11:59 am Post subject: |
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| 1ngr4m wrote: | Honestly I'm torn on this. I want Alex Curuso back next season and think he's the perfect backup point guard in the sense that we don't really need a ball dominant guard getting major minutes and a cheap backup so we can use cap space effectively for shooters off the bench makes sense.
But at the same time, if Lonzo Ball is our starting point guard and we assume he misses 20ish games then I really don't want a stretch with Curuso being our starting PG and having no back up. I'd rather have a more veteran PG to rely on in a playoff run.
I want him back as the 3rd string point guard but I also want him to go to a team where he can be the backup and get consistent minutes. |
Would normally agree about a vet backup PG but Caruso was a 4 year college player and has played 3 G league seasons with 2 as a two way player.
He can pass, shoot though at times streaky, is good defensively and score on cuts or drives. His on court demeanor is calm, focused and he does not try to extend his play beyond his abilities. Essentially he is a smart floor general who by the end of this season will have played 60+ NBA games.
I believe it is time for Caruso to be given the opportunity to compete for the backup PG. |
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h2omike
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| Posted: Sun Apr 07, 2019 5:48 pm Post subject: |
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| Bring him back over Rondo, Lance, KCP |
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Bol
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| Posted: Sun Apr 07, 2019 8:24 pm Post subject: |
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| Caruso or D. Mitchell? I'm taking Alex by a hair. |
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Baron Von Humongous
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| Posted: Sun Apr 07, 2019 8:26 pm Post subject: |
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| 1ngr4m wrote: | Honestly I'm torn on this. I want Alex Curuso back next season and think he's the perfect backup point guard in the sense that we don't really need a ball dominant guard getting major minutes and a cheap backup so we can use cap space effectively for shooters off the bench makes sense.
But at the same time, if Lonzo Ball is our starting point guard and we assume he misses 20ish games then I really don't want a stretch with Curuso being our starting PG and having no back up. I'd rather have a more veteran PG to rely on in a playoff run.
I want him back as the 3rd string point guard but I also want him to go to a team where he can be the backup and get consistent minutes. |
Go after a 3&D combo-guard and let Lebron and Ingram playmake if Lonzo goes down. Seth Curry and Caruso would've been better than Rondo this year in Zo's absence.
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AFireInside619
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| Posted: Sun Apr 07, 2019 10:23 pm Post subject: |
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| Bol wrote: | | Caruso or D. Mitchell? I'm taking Alex by a hair. |
Or lack there of. |
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ShowtimeReturns
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| ibitegirls wrote: | new ESPN article:
"How the Lakers wasted 1 year of the legendary Caruso" |
 Never doubt the great Caruso |
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| Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2019 4:33 am Post subject: |
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| Bigger linsanity, attack attack attack, keep him! |
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King Randle
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| Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2019 5:37 am Post subject: |
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| He's definitely made a case for being our back up PG next year. Time to say bye to Rondo and any other back up PG. Focus on shooters and a big to share time with McGee. |
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Baron Von Humongous
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| Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2019 5:43 am Post subject: |
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| governator wrote: | | Bigger linsanity, attack attack attack, keep him! |
His driving has been super impressive and it goes to show how important it is to have defenders respect your jumper. Even after this late season hot streak ends, if he can hover around 36-37% for his career, that's really going to keep some of those driving lanes open.
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Why haven't we signed him to a deal like Jemerrio's?
Is there a CBA restriction from doing a similar deal?
Or maybe Caruso thinks he can get a better deal?
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Baron Von Humongous
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| Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2019 6:27 am Post subject: |
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| yinoma2001 wrote: | Why haven't we signed him to a deal like Jemerrio's?
Is there a CBA restriction from doing a similar deal?
Or maybe Caruso thinks he can get a better deal? |
Caruso is a RFA this summer.
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| Baron Von Humongous wrote: | | yinoma2001 wrote: | Why haven't we signed him to a deal like Jemerrio's?
Is there a CBA restriction from doing a similar deal?
Or maybe Caruso thinks he can get a better deal? |
Caruso is a RFA this summer. |
Hallelujah.
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Kava
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| Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2019 7:45 am Post subject: |
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| Caruso is playing his way into a backup role next year. |
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| Posted: Mon Apr 08, 2019 7:41 pm Post subject: |
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| I hope the lakers will keep Caruso. With him and Rondo and Lonzo(or Kemba) to run the 1 is great. |
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This guy could end up being a great role player on a good team.
He knows how to play and is a lot better than advertised.
I am a fan.
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| AFireInside619 wrote: | | Bol wrote: | | Caruso or D. Mitchell? I'm taking Alex by a hair. |
Or lack there of. |
The Bald Eagle will fly!
Caruso for President....
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Dilla_
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| Posted: Sun Jun 16, 2019 2:55 pm Post subject: |
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Could Caurso (if they resign him) be the Lakers' Fred VanVleet type for next season?
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ContagiousInspiration
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| Posted: Sun Jun 16, 2019 3:01 pm Post subject: |
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Steve Black and The Machine = Caruso
This guy was like the white honey badger on the court
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Bol
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| Posted: Sun Jun 16, 2019 3:02 pm Post subject: |
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| Dilla_ wrote: | | Could Caurso (if they resign him) be the Lakers' Fred VanVleet type for next season? |
I assume you mean Kawhi type, and yes. Time for this stud to take us to a real championship now instead of just summer league. |
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h2omike
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| Posted: Sun Jun 16, 2019 5:21 pm Post subject: |
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| I trust Caruso shooting over Ball anywhere on the court. |
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BigBallerBrand
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| Posted: Sun Jun 16, 2019 5:23 pm Post subject: |
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Will AD allow Caruso to be the primary scorer besides Lebron? I feel like AD will hinder the growth of Caruso, who should be the 2nd guy on our team
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TooMuchMajicBuss
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| Posted: Mon Jun 17, 2019 1:32 am Post subject: |
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| h2omike wrote: | | I trust Caruso shooting over Ball anywhere on the court. |
Yeah, no hate intended for Lonzo but I agree. |
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