Ex-Lakers Star Declines $13,000,000 Igniting LeBron James Reunion Rumors Days After Bradley?Beal?Turmoil

The Los Angeles Lakers are enjoying a renaissance. Historically, they have been the joint-most successful franchise in the league. But, over the course of the 2010s, the team became a laughing stock of a franchise. Since LeBron James‘ arrival, however, the Lakers have seen a course correction back to relevancy. With a championship in 2020, and a WCF run this season, the team looks poised to make another deep run. But with LeBron’s days in the NBA dwindling down, the franchise looks set to improve the roster to make it championship ready. And what better way to achieve that than replicate their success from 2020?

So, how can a former Laker have a reunion in La La Land and reignite their championship hopes?

Is Wizards star working some Magic?

The Washington Wizards are in the midst of a long-due overhaul. After trading away franchise cornerstone Bradley Beal, the team looks poised to make some more moves.?The news came in on the eve of the NBA Draft. Former Lakers star, Kyle Kuzma declined his player option worth $13 million. Entering unrestricted free agency, Kuz will have a lot of suitors. A long forward that can stretch the floor and defend well is always going to be a sought-after commodity.

Among potential suitors are the Dallas Mavericks, the Portland Trail Blazers, and the Miami Heat. However, re-signing with the Wizards on a longer contract also remains a very real possibility. But, the most tantalizing prospect is a reunion with LeBron and the Lakers.

After a disastrous trade for Westbrook that saw them lose Kuzma, the Lakers are in dire need of wings who can shoot. Kuz fits the mold perfectly. However, the contracts might become an issue. With Bron and Anthony Davis tied up on max contracts and re-signing a potential $100 million Austin Reaves, money is sparse.

The decision might ultimately come down to a choice between Kuzma and playoff-standout and former Wizard, Rui Hachimura. Hachimura was excellent for the Lakers this postseason, whereas Kuz has had his share of playoff struggles.

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The Lakers will be especially interested in going after the 27-year-old as the franchise looks set to go after one of the greatest point guards of the generation.

Chris Paul and LeBron James might finally offer basketball nirvana

Many basketball fans look forward to their teams emulating the 2014 San Antonio Spurs-type system. The game is an elegant symphony of ball and player movement, and the sport is elevated to its highest form. A potential mating of basketball minds the likes of James and CP3 might be the highest IQ on a single team.

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The product would be mesmerizing, and it finally seems like a possibility. The Lakers are among the favorites to land Chris in a potential move from DC. With not a lot of cheap point guard options available on the market, it’s a wonder who the Lakers end up selecting.

The last union between the Lakers and a PG from the Wizards ended terribly. Perhaps this time around can be different?