LeBron James has turned 40, which means his retirement time is knocking at the door, with many hoping this could be his last season. As Lakers’ one of the most vital players, his retirement would undoubtedly necessitate specific changes to fill the void left by his departure.
Despite the lack of discussion about his retirement this season, no one has spoken about the team’s future excluding Bron until Anthony Davis recently opened up about the team’s possible transition.
The Los Angeles Lakers have relied on LeBron James and Anthony Davis for years. Together, they won the NBA title in 2020 and have been the team’s core players. This season, both are still key performers, but Davis has said that after LeBron retires, he may take charge of the offense.
In an interview with ESPN’s Shams Charania, Davis talked about how the team is already preparing for life without LeBron. He mentioned that the Lakers are changing their plans and focusing more on him as the key player since he won’t be retiring soon.
AD said, “We’re kind of already transitioning to that. That’s what JJ has kinda come in and kinda did. Like, yes, I want to coach LeBron, but I want to coach AD, and now that transition has kind of happened. Like, okay AD, you’re the hub; you’re the focus of our offense.”
Anthony Davis says team close to title contention
When Anthony Davis said that his club is almost a title contender, he gave supporters reason to be optimistic. Despite not having one of the best runs this season, the fan base is ecstatic after hearing Davis and LeBron James talk about the team’s potential championship run.
Anthony Davis urges the Lakers to sign another big as so they can win another championship 🏆👀
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“One, we want to win it for the city. Two, we never got a parade. Three, it’s a lot of talk about an asterisk … We are (1-2 pieces away). I really feel like we are.”
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In an interview with ESPN’s Shams Charania, Davis talked about the need for more help to improve the team. “I think we need another big. I feel like I’ve always been at my best when I’m the [power forward].”.In his explanation, he says that the changes require both offense and defense.
