Should Lakers resign Demarcus Cousins now?

[BILBJH]

I wonder how many people saying that Cousins is finished were the same ones telling us that Rondo and Dwight were finished.

You don't let his talent walk to a team like New Orleans that needs a center and could cause us problems with upgrades.

Or worse if went to the Clippers.

You keep him and see what he has to offer.

It's sheer madness to let him walk unless he's asking for some crazy huge contract.

[Bol]

If Rondo or Dwight had suffered the injuries Cousins has, they would be finished.

[j-dawg]

[yinoma2001]

If he wants a minimum deal (after we were the only team to offer him more than a minimum to not play an entire year), I welcome him. He's still a talented player who could help facilitate the offense off the bench. Excellent passer for a big man.
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[miggz23]

Here’s some highlights him playing for the Warriors. This is coming off a major achilles injury. All his skills on display. He was the 4th/5th option on that team. All that talent for vet minimum. Hoping he can stay healthy.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Rs4_dGE1S-Y

[Megaton]

[mad55557777]

[slavavov]

[TooMuchMajicBuss]

[CRoost]

[CRoost]

[Jordan-esque]

Pelinka: "Anthony, your friend Boogie, do you think we shou…"

Davis: "Yes."

Pelinka: "... ok, done."
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[j-dawg]

[JPaulK0n]

Welp, AD is already reported to re-sign with the Lakers, so can definitely say the odds have increased of Lakers wanting to sign back Cousins. Cousins even being a shell of himself is still so talented as a passer, can space the floor, really good screener, can pick n pop, post up, etc. In the playoffs not sure if you can Cousins starter minutes, but in the regular season is where he will be most valuable since Cousins would have the most prove since he wasn't apart of the title team, while the rest of the team might try to flip the switch off or not try as much in the regular season. Cousins would still be motivated to both play for a title team and get paid as well by playing as many games as possible.

[WindyCityLakerFan]

If he’s only getting minimum offers it benefits him to sign with the lakers. He would have early bird rights the following season

[unleasHell]

If the Lakers can bring back Howard, I would do it over Cousins, even though I have been a huge proponent of getting Cousins!

If you consider how the playoffs unfolded for the Lakers in regards to Center-play, and assuming McGee is going to be back, I don't see a need for 3 centers (plus AD)!

Plus there's that injury thing he's had for the last 2-3 years, I don't think the Risk vs Reward factor is there..

Now if Howard signs with another team, I might think differently, but maximum 1-year contract for Cous...
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[laker50]

Dwight has to be the first priority at C.
Then if McGee declines his option then take Cousins.
But those two guys have earned it.

Cousins if he will play for less should be signed as there can
be another miracle like Howard.

[M2K]

[Ziggy]

Cousins' passing is what impresses me the most. It would bring a new dynamic to our offense, especially the hi-low passing with he and AD. I think he can still be a decent rebounder even after the injuries because he has a wide frame and he's a thicc boy.

[M2K]

Ultimate goal should be to have Howard and Cousins in a Laker uniform next year, if Cousins is healthy.
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[Travis Bickle]

I want him back but he really needs to lose weight. It will help with his injury.

[slavavov]

[leking006]

Why is there no updates about Cousins status? If he wants a contract next season I think he should update his status now like what Dwight did last season.