What about Huertas?

K28 · Franchise Player Joined: 29 Nov 2012 Posts: 10038

No one is really talking about him, but Marcelo Huertas was a "rookie" last year, and later in the season I saw him playing some excellent basketball. He might be the best pure PG on the team. I think he could be a great fit in Luke's new offense (as a backup to Russell), and since the Lakers didn't add any point guards through the draft and probably won't through Free Agency here, does that mean that Huertas will be brought back?

Vin · Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2016 5:02 am Post subject:

I'd like to keep Huertas. Great team player and seems like a great guy.

unleasHell · Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2016 5:07 am Post subject:

It should not be too hard to upgrade, the problem with him is his lack of offense, which does not spread the floor and allows his man to float over and guard the real offensive threat.

But then again, Luke may be able to use him in a more efficient manner, so if he did return, it would not be the end of the world, I just don't think he could play for at least 15-20 other NBA teams...
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pio2u · Retired Number Joined: 26 Dec 2012 Posts: 54570

As the 2nd or 3rd PG I can see us keeping him because of his passing savvy and leadership. He needs to continue to work hard on his defense and his outside shot.

KBH · Franchise Player Joined: 13 Sep 2008 Posts: 12171

Meh. I wouldn't mind having him back but he's pretty low priority as a fourth guard. If you stagger the lineups correctly, we can run an effective three-guard lineup with D'Lo, Clarkson and Lou. Ideally, we only need Huertas in blowouts or if there's foul trouble.

deal · Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2016 5:38 am Post subject:

I don't think he helps us in a game changing way. There are veteran
NBA PG's we could be entertaining...IMO, PASS
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LakersRGolden · Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2016 5:42 am Post subject:

Very low priority. Easy to replace. Replacement likely wouldn't be better.

Four Decade Bandwagon · Star Player Joined: 18 Jul 2014 Posts: 8149

No issues with him returning as a 3rd PG His passing and understanding of the flow of an offense will help in practices. Inexpensive contract and provides maturity.

So much depends on how the Lakers build the roster though. How does Walton envision the depth chart? Are they adding a free agent?

IMO too many variable to predict at the moment.

governator · Retired Number Joined: 28 Jan 2006 Posts: 25076

I like Huertas, good cheap 3rd string PG but maybe we can upgrade to J.Lin or Jarret Jack if the price is right

Dave20 · Franchise Player Joined: 15 Jun 2013 Posts: 11333

He's unselfish and it rubs off on the younger players. I think he'll be back.

governator · Retired Number Joined: 28 Jan 2006 Posts: 25076

M2K · Star Player Joined: 20 Feb 2011 Posts: 2432

Huertas is a high IQ, unselfish and excellent passer. If this type of player can help our other players "play more team ball" instead of ISO all the time... we should keep him.
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Jackobe · Star Player Joined: 17 May 2011 Posts: 4466

I would be okay if he is our 3rd string back up PG, but as our actual back up.

too big of a liability on the defensive end.

danzag · Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2016 7:32 am Post subject:

I'd love to have him back, playing a proper offensive system.
He's a nice guy and an excellent mentor to our young guards.

lakerfanaticPT · Star Player Joined: 23 Jun 2005 Posts: 1572

Same as most here......good 3rd string PG that can be utilized in the new system when needed. Will probably get a big raise as we need to get to the cap floor. Also need his maturity.

Gepetto · Starting Rotation Joined: 17 Feb 2003 Posts: 694

pio2u · Retired Number Joined: 26 Dec 2012 Posts: 54570

If we can't find anyone better, sure why not

gng930 · Franchise Player Joined: 13 Apr 2001 Posts: 11475

Potential 4th/5th guard if we already have a strong 3-guard rotation. He'd be handy for foul trouble, short-term injury situations or when the offense needs a kick-start. I wouldn't want him playing regular minutes should someone go down with a long-term injury though.

If he costs more than a million...I'd pass.
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dont_be_a_wuss · Franchise Player Joined: 29 Mar 2012 Posts: 21457

He will look a lot better when the team has more discipline as well.

LakerLanny · Retired Number Joined: 24 Oct 2001 Posts: 47580

I like Huertas, I thought he played pretty well in a miserable situation last year.

I wouldn't bust the bank on him, but if he wants to stay on a reasonable contract, I wouldn't be opposed to it.
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True Lakers Fan · Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2016 8:12 am Post subject:

If we don't get a backup PG then definitely
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Megaton · Retired Number Joined: 18 Feb 2015 Posts: 25636

Not coming back. The team however should be able to find a better backup point guard in this free agency.
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Mini Mamba · Star Player Joined: 06 May 2013 Posts: 6006

For the veteran minimum why not?

Cochese · Starting Rotation Joined: 23 Apr 2016 Posts: 957

He's garbage. Let him go. Can't shoot, can't guard anybody, 32 years old, no upside. Ship him out.

jjangx27 · Posted: Sat Jun 25, 2016 9:15 am Post subject:

count me in on the Huertas train also