After dealing with criticism throughout the year, the Los Angeles Lakers only came second to the eventual champions Denver Nuggets. And a lot of that credit goes to their star player, LeBron James. The Lakers also had major contributions from role players like Austin Reaves, Rui Hachimura, Jarred Vanderbilt, and others. However, with James on his trip through Europe, fans are wondering if the team would finally be looking to move on from one particular Lakers star.
LeBron James achieved a historic feat at LeMans a few days ago. LBJ waved the tricolor flag to kick off this year?s event. And now, the Lakers star has made his way to Paris with his bling shining through the city. But the latest Lakers Instagram post has fans speculating about LeBron James? teammate?s future with the team.
Will LeBron James and the Lakers move on from this player?
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The Los Angeles Lakers are one team that is expected to win it all every other season. If the team ends up achieving anything less, then the whole season tends to be perceived as a big failure. This also goes with signing free agents as Lakers fans are privy to having All-Stars play for the team. And every year, Los Angeles? name is tossed in as one of the front runners for signing big-name free agents.
So, when it comes to shaking up their roster, the Lakers do not hesitate on pulling the trigger. Even if it is someone who has contributed well over the year, like Jarred Vanderbilt. In the post on Instagram, Vanderbilt could be seen clicking a picture and dapping it up with LeBron James in Paris.
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Vanderbilt was a defensive monster in the playoffs. He was tasked with guarding the opposition’s best players. From Ja Morant and Stephen Curry to Jamal Murray, Vando played a crucial role. However, his offensive production left a lot to be desired. This has led some fans to speculate about the future of Vanderbilt with the team and whether the front office would trade him or not.
Fans emphasize keeping Jarred Vanderbilt
The interaction between LeBron James and Jarred Vanderbilt after posing for a picture has fans speculating about the future of the 6?8 power forward. One fan commented, ?Why Bron treat him like an ordinary coworker??
While another fan dropped a comment saying, ?Those this confirm y?all keeping him??
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Here are a few more reactions from fans on Instagram.
?VANDO TO STAY!!?
?Iced out Bron tho!!?
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?Get gary trent jr, myles turner, naz reid and cp3.?
?Defffffffff need him back !!!!?
Fans in the comments emphasized that Jarred Vanderbilt should stay with the team while there were a few who give their insight on who the Lakers should target.
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Let?s see what the Lakers? front office decides to do this upcoming summer.