There’s a lot happening with the Los Angeles Lakers right now. The team is attempting to bring in Dan Hurley as the next head coach, LeBron James has an opt-out option and is not guaranteed to return next season, and they need to prepare for the NBA Draft later this month.
Former Lakers player Metta World Peace made it clear on social media that he wants to see LeBron and his son Bronny team up: “I would love to see Bron and Bronny on the same squad. Bronny gonna be champ for sure.”
The idea of Bronny joining his father with the Lakers has been circulating for some time and is gaining traction with the rumors surrounding Hurley.
The Huskies have dominated collegiate basketball over the past two seasons, significantly boosting Hurley’s profile. Beyond his expertise in game planning and play design, the Lakers might be eyeing Hurley for his talent in developing young players, which would be beneficial if they decide to draft Bronny.
“You’re gonna have to grow your young players. The idea of Bronny James on the Lakers; who better, potentially, than Dan Hurley, to be the development coach to lead his growth? [He’s a] coach who’s really dominated college sports. You talk about Xs and Os acumen, player development… from day one of this Lakers search, it has been Dan Hurley,” Adrian Wojnarowski said via UNSPORTSMANLIKE Radio on ESPN.
Of course, bringing LeBron’s oldest son into the team comes with risks. The Lakers hold the 17th and 56th overall picks in the upcoming draft, and the last thing they want is to draft Bronny without ensuring proper development for him.
The news of the Lakers’ strong interest in Hurley raises questions about what will happen — or what has happened — with JJ Redick. The 15-year NBA veteran and current broadcaster/podcaster had been frequently mentioned as a target for LA, with the franchise reportedly “zeroing in” on him before Redick debunked the rumor himself.
Considering James and Redick’s close relationship, having started a podcast together and played against each other in the NBA for over a decade, how does this news about Hurley impact the Lakers’ plans with their superstar? Many reactions to the Hurley news suggest it could be a response to the possibility of James leaving Los Angeles as he can enter unrestricted free agency this offseason.
No matter what happens with the team, one thing is certain: it’s going to be yet another eventful offseason in Laker-land.
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