June 15, Beijing time, according to U.S. media reports, Los Angeles
Los Angeles Lakers
The team's star, LeBron.
James (name)
has decided to jump out of his current contract and plans to sign a three-year, top-shelf extension with the Lakers worth about $160 million in total. James' move is designed to ensure that he will be able to continue to stay on top of the next three years of the
NBA championship
of competitiveness while capping off his basketball career.
With James' decision to extend his contract, the Lakers are embarking on a roster overhaul to ensure the team can continue to be competitive in the coming seasons. The Lakers are reportedly aiming to bring in Cavaliers' superstar guard Donovan
Mitchell (name)
. Mitchell's performance in the Cavaliers has been highly regarded, he can contribute an average of 27 points and 8 assists per game, showing extraordinary scoring ability and organizational ability. The Lakers believe that the addition of Mitchell will greatly enhance the team's offense, making the team more diverse and difficult to guard on the offensive end.
In order to get Mitchell, the Lakers general manager Pelinka has proposed to the Cavaliers a 5-for-1 trade program, involving players including Kentavius Rivers, D'Angelo Russell and two first-round picks, as well as young players Max Christian Vanderbilt. This trade program shows the Lakers for Mitchell's strong interest, but also shows the determination of the Lakers to rebuild the team lineup.
Mitchell himself is open to joining the Lakers. He said in an interview that LeBron James is the best athlete in the league, Anthony Davis is the best inside player in the league, and he himself believes that he is the best guard player in the league. He believes that joining the Lakers will give him a chance to win a championship.
If Mitchell eventually joins the Lakers, the Lakers will form a trio with James, Davis and Mitchell at the center. Such a lineup will be extremely competitive throughout the NBA, making the Lakers a strong contender for the championship. Famous basketball commentator Charles Barkley even predicted that once Mitchell joins the team, the Lakers will likely be a favorite candidate for the championship before the start of the new season.
All in all, James' contract extension and the Lakers' pursuit of Mitchell signal a new chapter for the Lakers. Fans expect this team to show great strength in the new season and make an impact on the championship.
