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LAKERS NOT FAVORITES: WHY GIANNIS ANTETOKOUNMPO TRADE IS UNLIKELY
Superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo would have to severely damage his reputation to force a low-offer trade to the Lakers, making the deal improbable for now.
After the Lakers beat the Bucks, Luka Dončić and Giannis Antetokounmpo shared a hug.
Dan Woike from The Athletic suggests that if the Los Angeles Lakers somehow landed Giannis Antetokounmpo, it would be like hitting the jackpot—similar to how Luka Dončić surprisingly ended up with them.
Woike mentioned on the Lakers Lounge podcast that the Lakers aren't in a great position to make a strong offer if Antetokounmpo asks for a trade from Milwaukee.
Woike said that the Lakers' potential trade offers aren't that appealing. For Antetokounmpo to push for a move to the Lakers, he'd pretty much have to ruin his reputation, which doesn't seem likely. He's generally well-liked, similar to how Anthony Davis was seen. It would have to get really bad for Milwaukee to accept a low offer.
Why the Lakers' Best Giannis Trade Offer Isn't Good Enough
Woike explained that the Lakers could offer three future first-round picks and some cap space next summer, but he doesn't think it's enough.
Woike stated that the Lakers' offer next summer consists of three first-round picks and cap space, but that it simply isn't good enough.
Because of the current CBA rules, Los Angeles can only trade one first-round pick at the trade deadline and a maximum of three in the offseason. Woike noted that even with the maximum offer, executives he spoke with don't believe it would be enough for Milwaukee to give up its key player.
Woike thinks the only way it could happen is in an unexpected manner, like when they acquired Luka Dončić.
LeBron James, Austin Reaves, and the Salary Matching Issue
Woike pointed out that while the Lakers have LeBron James, they need to balance their plans with their current team:
Woike said that they need to consider what they have right now.
The trade value of Austin Reaves, the Lakers’ most appealing trade asset, further complicates things. Although Reaves is playing at an All-Star level, his $13.9 million contract is much smaller than Antetokounmpo’s $54.1 million salary, creating a challenge for a trade.
Lakers insider Jovan Buha agreed that even if Reaves were earning a max salary, he might not be the kind of player Milwaukee would want for their rebuild.
Buha said that if you're in Milwaukee, Austin is more of a player to help win now. They would want a very talented young player plus several picks, something the Lakers can't currently offer.
Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Future Causes Excitement Across the NBA
The talks about Antetokounmpo’s future sped up after Shams Charania of ESPN reported that Antetokounmpo and his agent, Alex Saratsis, started talking with the Bucks about the team's direction due to their slow start.
Charania posted that a decision is expected soon, which started even more Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumours.
Teams are expected to line up as soon as the two-time MVP says he wants to leave, but multiple insiders say the Lakers aren't the favourites.
In short: The Lakers can hope, but they aren't leading the way.
Los Angeles will keep an eye on the situation and be ready if they gets a surprising call.
However, right now, insiders agree that a big trade sending Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Lakers is unlikely. Unless the superstar makes it clear he wants to go to Los Angeles, the Lakers might not have enough to offer and could miss out on a rare opportunity.
WARRIORS' NEW DYNAMIC: STEVE KERR EXPLAINS HOW PAT SPENCER FITS WITH STEPH CURRY BACK
Warriors coach Steve Kerr confirmed Pat Spencer's excellent play (13.6 PPG, 59% FG) guarantees him minutes, even with Steph Curry returning to the backcourt rotation.
The Golden State Warriors may have found a gem in guard Pat Spencer while Steph Curry was out. It sounds like they plan to keep him in the mix.
Coach Steve Kerr talked on Tuesday about how Spencer will fit in now that Curry is back.
"I'm not going to cut his minutes completely," Kerr said about Spencer on the Willard & Dibs show on Tuesday, December 9. I plan to play him with Steph some. We'll see how it goes. It will depend on who we're playing, how well we defend, and which three guys we put out there with them. It's something we still need to figure out.”
Kerr added, But with how Pat is playing and how he’s helping us win and bringing a competitive attitude to the team. I have to keep playing him. We’re winning, and he’s a big reason why.
Spencer has played well in the 5 games since Curry got hurt.
Curry hurt his quadriceps against the Houston Rockets on November 26. He’s scheduled to be back on Friday, December 12, at home against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
In those five games without Curry, the Warriors went 3-2. Spencer started in the last two wins.
In those five games, Spencer played about 23 minutes each night. He averaged 13.6 points, 4.8 assists, and 3.6 rebounds, plus almost one steal per game. He shot nearly 60% from the field and almost 67% from three on around two attempts a game.
The Warriors are now 13-12 for the season and are currently eighth in the Western Conference.
Draymond Green will practice before the Warriors' next game.
Curry is coming back on Friday after the team had five days off because they didn't make the NBA Cup tournament. Draymond Green, Curry's longtime teammate, is still uncertain.
Green has missed the last two games with a foot injury. Kerr hoped Green might return on Friday, but he doesn't have enough info yet.
Kerr said, "He's supposed to practice [Wednesday] and scrimmage [Thursday]." Afterwards, we'll know more about how close he is to coming back. I don't know yet if he'll be able to play on Friday.
After a three-game road trip in the East, the Warriors play one home game before going back on the road for two games out West. Golden State plays the Portland Trail Blazers on December 14 and then the Phoenix Suns on December 18.
"HE LOOKS GOOD OUT THERE":LEBRON JAMES PROUDLY PRAISES BRONNY'S NBA IMPROVEMENT
LeBron admits balancing team leadership with advising Bronny is hard, but says the young Laker star must experience challenges to reach his full potential.
LeBron James missed training camp and the first 14 games this season—a first for him. All he could do was watch.
He got to see the Lakers start strong at 10-4, and he watched Bronny James grow as a player.
Bronny stood out in the Summer League in Las Vegas. When the season started, he even started a game against the Bucks. One of his best games was against the Hawks, where he shot 4-6 and scored 9 points.
LeBron talked about how much he enjoys watching Bronny improve on his “Mind The Game” podcast.
“It’s been great, as a father and someone who loves the game, to see him build on what he did in the G League, get comfortable, and then do even better in the Summer League. Now, when he gets his chances this year, he just looks good out there. Young players get better with more time on the court.
“You pick up the little things, and you get used to the speed and strength of the game. I was really proud of him in those games when Luka, AR, or Marcus was out. He played well at home and then had a tough back-to-back in Portland and did it again. That’s what the NBA is all about.”
Every player's path is different, but Bronny's is unique. As part of the first father-son duo in the NBA, he's under a huge spotlight, especially as a late second-round pick.
He seems to handle it well, though he admitted the pressure got to him at first. Now that things have calmed down, he can focus on his game.
Even with less media attention, Bronny’s situation is still special. His dad is not just his coworker but also one of the best to ever play the game.
Bronny can’t change that. LeBron has to figure out how to handle it, as he mentioned on the podcast.
“It’s a tricky balance. During practice and games, I’m a leader on the team. But we also have time where I can give him advice based on what I see. He has to go his own way, and I can share what I’ve learned, but he needs to experience things for himself. Going through those challenges will teach him the most.”
Despite some concerns about the LeBron-Bronny dynamic, it hasn’t been a problem.
Bronny is getting better and looks more comfortable in NBA games. The Lakers are one of the top teams in the West, so it’s tough for him to get consistent playing time. Still, he’s ready, and he’ll get his chance when injuries happen.
If Bronny keeps working hard and improving, he’ll reach his full potential, and that’s what matters most.
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