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Cha*n
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 Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 7:51 pm Post subject: Lakers in the News 8/8/12: Ding: Lakers are giving Bynum reason to leave |
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| Quote: | Ding: Lakers are giving Bynum reason to leave
Kevin Ding column: If you're Andrew Bynum, are you offended enough by the Lakers' ongoing trade chase for Dwight Howard to do something about it?
By KEVIN DING
THE ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER
kding @ ocregister.com
Where do things stand for the Lakers, Andrew Bynum and Dwight Howard?
That question is best answered with more questions.
Lakers center Andrew Bynum, shown during the 77-75 Game 2 playoff loss in Oklahoma City, can become an unrestricted free agent after next season.
Are the Lakers still interested in trading for Howard?
Yes.
Given the 26-year-old Howard’s recovery from spinal surgery and the 24-year-old Bynum’s knees holding up last season, do the Lakers think that Bynum might actually be the more bankable investment going forward?
No.
Are the Lakers ever actually going to make this forever-rumored trade for Howard?
Maybe so.
Nothing is on the front burner, but the Lakers are indeed holding out hope it can still work out. They have gone to significant lengths to minimize concerns about Bynum’s loose ligaments and how a breeze from Pau Gasol’s hair was still enough to cause balloonish swelling in Bynum’s knees during his relatively healthy last season. They aren’t actively trying to sway Bynum to sign a contract extension with them because they want to leave open the possibility of trading him, which they essentially can’t until mid-January if he signs that extension.
Is it possible that the giant Afro that Bynum is growing this summer – what a shame that Chick Hearn isn’t around to revive his “with the Afro” line from “Fletch” – will make him a more intimidating paint presence?
Yes! |
http://www.ocregister.com/sports/howard-367755-lakers-bynum.html |
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Cha*n
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| Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 7:53 pm Post subject: |
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| Quote: | BA Rumors: Hawks More Likely to Land Dwight Howard than Lakers, Nets, Rockets, Mavericks?
By Alex Groberman, Wed, August 08, 2012
When we discuss teams that Dwight Howard might end up with, talk inevitably turns to the Los Angeles Lakers, Brooklyn Nets, Houston Rockets or Dallas Mavericks.
Could another suitor be lurking in the shadows, though?
Maybe.
Given the inability of each of those aforementioned squads up to now to actually acquire Howard, him ending up elsewhere isn’t the most far-fetched idea ever.
First and foremost, it’s important to preface any discussion about the Orlando Magic's unhappy center with two notes: 1.) nothing is guaranteed, and 2.) most likely, nothing will happen this summer. As of this moment, all signs point D12 starting his 2012-13 campaign as a member of the Magic.
From there, he’ll probably be traded before the deadline or he’ll play out his contract.
Why is that the most likely course of action? Well, mind you – L.A. tried to put together a package for Howard, but they got shut down. Brooklyn tried to put together a package for Howard, but they got shut down, too. Houston made about ten million moves to put itself in position to do something for Howard, but Orlando wants no part of that proposed deal either. |
http://www.opposingviews.com/i/sports/nba/nba-rumors-hawks-more-likely-land-dwight-howard-lakers-nets-rockets-mavericks |
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Kobenashing
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| Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 7:56 pm Post subject: |
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Kevin Ding is a bad writer now.
He use to be a very good one to great. He doesn't have inside info anymore. Not since the early 00s.
He hasn't caught up with the social media age. He doesn't tweet much. And doesn't respond.
Bynum isn't walking on the Lakers. He loves the life of LA. |
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Cha*n
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| Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 7:56 pm Post subject: |
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| Quote: | Why the Lakers Should Not Give Andrew Bynum $100 Million - Fan's Take
Due to Andrew Bynum's Lack of Leadership and History of Injuries, the Lakers' Big Man is Too Big of a Risk to Sign to a Max Deal
At this time next year the Los Angeles Lakers could be faced with the scenario of either committing a five-year, $100 million-plus contract to Andrew Bynum or letting him leave via free agency.
Talk about picking your poison.
If this either-or scenario eventually happens the Lakers could be making a huge mistake either way. Giving the injury-prone, immature Bynum roughly $20 million per year could backfire if he continues to struggle with leadership and health issues.
On the other hand, if Bynum leaves he could haunt the Lakers for years as the league's next dominant big man.
So, fellow Lakers fans, assume there are no trade scenarios that work out with Andrew Bynum and the team needs to either commit $100 million to him or watch him leave.
What would you do?
Me? In this scenario I would reluctantly let Andrew Bynum leave via free agency. |
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/why-lakers-not-andrew-bynum-100-million-fans-215700253--nba.html |
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Cha*n
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| Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 7:59 pm Post subject: |
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| Quote: | The Lakers' Antawn Jamison Puts Winning Over Money in a Major Way - Fan's Take
After Earning $140 Million in His Career, Antawn Jamison's $1.4 Million Contract Proves it Really Wasn't Just About the Money
At least for one NBA player, it really wasn't about the money.
After earning $140 million in his 14-year career, Antawn Jamison signed a veteran's minimum contract with the Los Angeles Lakers for just $1.4 million, putting winning over money.
It's Always About the Money
As an NBA fan I have become cynical every time I hear players say "it's not about the money, it's about respect."
With NBA players it's always about the money. Always.
And I don't blame this for this, either. They have one shot to earn tremendous sums of money, and I tip my cap to them for getting every penny they can in the open market. Most of us would make the same decisions with our careers.
But Antawn Jamison proved to be the rare exception.
With at least a 35% federal income tax and 10.3% California state income tax, Jamison will likely take home around $770,000 next year.
For a man who has earned $140 million in salary, this is chump change. Jamison is basically working for his version of minimum wage for the chance to win a title with the Lakers. |
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/lakers-antawn-jamison-puts-winning-over-money-major-235900619--nba.html |
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Cha*n
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| Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 8:09 pm Post subject: |
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Lakers Rumors: Jodie Meeks will not sign for the veteran’s minimum
Jodie Meeks
August 8, 2012
By: Ryan Ward
One of player mentioned as a potential free agent target for the Lakers moving forward is Jodie Meeks. At 24-years-old, Meeks is a player that can help the Lakers immediately and in the long-term.
Unfortunately, Meeks isn’t willing to sign for the veteran’s minimum that the Lakers will likely be offering according Meeks’ agent, David Bauman, via Mark Medina of the L.A. Times as of August 6:
"We're happy to talk, but we're not talking minimum for a guy like Jodie," Bauman told The Times in a phone interview on Monday. "He'll get more than the minimum wherever he signs."
After locking up Steve Nash for the next three years and signing Antawn Jamison to a one-year deal, the Los Angeles Lakers have considerably upgraded their roster with veteran talent. Along with adding two more pieces to the championship puzzle, the Lakers were also able to re-sign Jordan Hill.
http://www.examiner.com/article/lakers-rumors-jodie-meeks-will-not-sign-for-the-veteran-s-minimum |
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iwearvans
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| Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 8:15 pm Post subject: |
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| No they are not. Jim has had a straight line to ab for years. I assume. Ding is irrelevant in off season and needed some gloss. |
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LakerJam
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| Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 9:55 pm Post subject: |
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| Kobenashing wrote: | Kevin Ding is a bad writer now.
He use to be a very good one to great. He doesn't have inside info anymore. Not since the early 00s.
He hasn't caught up with the social media age. He doesn't tweet much. And doesn't respond.
Bynum isn't walking on the Lakers. He loves the life of LA. |
You do realize that it looks as through since you don't like what Ding is saying, you must now discredit him and put him down.
In truth, Ding is asking a legitimate question. |
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wolfpaclaker
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| Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 11:15 pm Post subject: |
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Nothing Ding is saying is too off here. I personally don't love his writing, but it's true. However, Drew makes his own bed. If he wants the most power, he should not sign an extension. Although it still could lead a to trade, the odds are he can at least dictate where he winds up in 2013 and beyond.
Most likely, I still say the Lakers keep Bynum unless somehow Howard can be had. I don't think Jimmy has fallen out of love with Drew. I think he's wise enough and has been convinced by those around him (Mitch) that the better player and investment is Howard. And if you can grab Howard, it change the fortunes of this team immediately and longterm.
But if they can't land Howard, Bynum will be kept. If Bynum doesn't sign an extension, he can still go to FA in 2013 and the Lakers would have the most to offer him. How many FA's have left the Lakers that the Lakers had the most to offer? Big fat zilch. |
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wolfpaclaker
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| Posted: Wed Aug 08, 2012 11:15 pm Post subject: |
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Oh and thanks Ch*an some really good articles today !  |
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| Posted: Thu Aug 09, 2012 3:28 am Post subject: |
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| Kobenashing wrote: | Kevin Ding is a bad writer now.
He use to be a very good one to great. He doesn't have inside info anymore. Not since the early 00s.
He hasn't caught up with the social media age. He doesn't tweet much. And doesn't respond.
Bynum isn't walking on the Lakers. He loves the life of LA. |
Very apropos that you said NOW. Because he only turned bad writer once he asked tough questions that you don't want to hear, right?
Same goes for sources and insiders around here. Those with info that Dwight is coming to LA is tolerated and considered legit, while those who say Dwight is not coming to LA gets bashed.
LOL. |
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Chronicle
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| Posted: Thu Aug 09, 2012 4:20 am Post subject: |
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| As far as we know, almost every rumor about howard trades are in fact, rumors. You shouldn't complain about rumors, because for all we know, they may actually have all been wrong. |
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A Mad Chinaman
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| Posted: Thu Aug 09, 2012 8:37 am Post subject: |
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it is great to be in a position to receive $100M and wanted by numerous teams based on potential (since he has been healthy for one season, albeit the last one) and while still acting not like a true leader with today's CBA/economic times
life is good for andrew bynum |
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| Posted: Thu Aug 09, 2012 4:38 pm Post subject: |
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| Kobenashing wrote: | Kevin Ding is a bad writer now.
He use to be a very good one to great. He doesn't have inside info anymore. Not since the early 00s.
He hasn't caught up with the social media age. He doesn't tweet much. And doesn't respond.
Bynum isn't walking on the Lakers. He loves the life of LA. |
in my experience, the extent of a person's presence on social media is inversely proportional to their actual productivity. Perhaps he's working on actually doing his job, instead of sitting around and playing keyboard jockey with people that have even less inside information than he does.
The perceived lack of inside information doesn't bother me. About 90% of the crap passed off as insider information is simply made up, anyway. That is especially true of the "reporting" done under pseudonym. I thought his description of the condition of Bynum's knees qualified. I certainly have not seen those details widely reported.
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