Recently, Lakers The Athletic reporter Jovan Buha answered questions from netizens on the show.
Speaking of how optimistic the Lakers are about to operate this summer, he said: "I'm optimistic because of Luca's factor - his renewal deadline is a month after the free agent market opened. The Lakers need a sense of urgency: either find the future center or improve the lineup to satisfy Luca. Just like when they got Mark Williams's deal. They tried the trade a few days after they got Luca, and they wanted to tell him, 'We're going to chase the center you want.' It's a pity that he didn't have a physical examination. The Lakers are still in the process. The stage of 'pleasing' Luca. Although he looks very happy and wants to stay in the team. He is expected to renew his contract in early August, this does not mean that the Lakers can slack off. Luca wants to win the championship, and he will definitely not be satisfied with the first round of elimination - from reaching the finals to being eliminated after being traded, he will not accept this gap. "
" In addition, LeBron is almost 41 years old. The Lakers' window period with Luca, LeBron and Austin as the core may only be 1-2 years, and it must be used to maximize. In addition, the Lakers have multiple expiration contracts, one first round pick, multiple draft pick swap rights, second round picks and Kneckett. These assets plus a sense of urgency, I think The Lakers will definitely have actions. Of course, can they reach the level of the Thunder or the top three in the league? It may be difficult, but they will take radical measures - although they will not be as big as trading Luca, they will definitely have actions. Moreover, Luca's renewal deadline is one month after the free market is opened. He will observe the Lakers' operations in the draft, free market, and center and lineup replenishment before making a decision. He can play one more year before renewing the contract, putting pressure on the Lakers, so the Lakers must show sincerity, 'We will cooperate with you seriously and build a team around you.' It is wrong to stay in place, and five games out of the first round is proof, and they must change."