Can you imagine getting separate phone calls from LeBron James and Anthony Davis about joining up to win a championship? Some free agents are lucky enough to receive those notifications. With free agency kicking off in less than a week, the Los Angeles Lakers are poised to build a roster that’s looking to take advantage of a very wide-open NBA season.
James has been rumored to be connecting with the likes of Kawhi Leonard, Kyrie Irving, and Jimmy Butler throughout the season. Now that the time has come for the three to put pen to paper, the pitches will be soon verified as paying off. Davis stepping into the fold will be a huge boost to the efforts.
ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne reported AD reaching out to potential teammates on the latest episode of Brian Windhorst and The Hoop Collective, as covered by The Lakers Review via Twitter.
The strong combination might be the Lakers saving grace. As much as Klutch Sports has been criticized for their movements through the league, the Lakers seem to be reaping the benefits of their two most prevalent clients by becoming a free agency threat. Davis has also gotten headlines by showing some ties with D’Angelo Russell who’s rumored to consider a reunion with the Lakers. With a few months until the season begins, we will have to wait to see the on-court rewards that they can provide
