I love Bynum, but is his presence as great as we think. This year i've noticed that our team seems flat in comparsion to last year. Anthony would give us outstanding small forward, but who would fill the center slot??
Gasol, while he is an amazing player, I dont think he could handle the center slot night in and night out without out some help. Odom can help but losing Bynum would require him to focus more on playing the power forward slot and lessen our ability to create mismatches with our size. Losing Bynum would also make us one of the smaller teams in the league.
I wonder who becomes the sixth man on the team if we trade for melo??? Odom would have to start to give us a solid PF and Gasol moves to C, but then who comes in after Gasol or Odom??
Right now, when Bynum comes out u can move Gasol to Center and Odom takes over at PF.
if we grab Melo, then we start Odom at PF and Gasol at Center, then when Gasol come out who comes in, don't tell me Theo (nothing against the guy, but he can't do what Bynum does on a daily basis)
So as much as I would love to see Anthony on the Lakers, i would hope that if we make that trade we would make sure to get a Big Man....Cause Night in and Night Out we would be lacking a solid Big Man off the bench.
On the other side of that argument, with Anthony we have a team similar to the Magic Era.. Talk about Showtime at the Staples... it would be amazing to see.
One thing to note though is with Marc, being a free agent next year maybe we can sign him to the Lakers to play with Pau, then I would say go for the trade, but then whats to say we can get Marc, he may not like his older brother....but if we could acquire him or a another decent Big man via three team trade, then I'm down for the deal...
My proposal would be a three team deal;
Artest for Cousins (he may be a headcase; but it would give us a big to develop and he has potential; I know u might think I'm crazy but he would be around older players and that would provide stability in resoling his issues and we would get a decent big) we could even give up a draft pick or one of our rookies (Eubanks or Character)
Bynum for Carmelo
I'll let Mitch work the rest of details.... I like that idea, I'll try it out on 2k11 and see if it works out, I'll let u guys know...
karma - 13 years ago
I love Bynum, but is his presence as great as we think. This year i've noticed that our team seems flat in comparsion to last year. Anthony would give us outstanding small forward, but who would fill the center slot??
Gasol, while he is an amazing player, I dont think he could handle the center slot night in and night out without out some help. Odom can help but losing Bynum would require him to focus more on playing the power forward slot and lessen our ability to create mismatches with our size. Losing Bynum would also make us one of the smaller teams in the league.
I wonder who becomes the sixth man on the team if we trade for melo??? Odom would have to start to give us a solid PF and Gasol moves to C, but then who comes in after Gasol or Odom??
Right now, when Bynum comes out u can move Gasol to Center and Odom takes over at PF.
if we grab Melo, then we start Odom at PF and Gasol at Center, then when Gasol come out who comes in, don't tell me Theo (nothing against the guy, but he can't do what Bynum does on a daily basis)
So as much as I would love to see Anthony on the Lakers, i would hope that if we make that trade we would make sure to get a Big Man....Cause Night in and Night Out we would be lacking a solid Big Man off the bench.
On the other side of that argument, with Anthony we have a team similar to the Magic Era.. Talk about Showtime at the Staples... it would be amazing to see.
One thing to note though is with Marc, being a free agent next year maybe we can sign him to the Lakers to play with Pau, then I would say go for the trade, but then whats to say we can get Marc, he may not like his older brother....but if we could acquire him or a another decent Big man via three team trade, then I'm down for the deal...
My proposal would be a three team deal;
Artest for Cousins (he may be a headcase; but it would give us a big to develop and he has potential; I know u might think I'm crazy but he would be around older players and that would provide stability in resoling his issues and we would get a decent big) we could even give up a draft pick or one of our rookies (Eubanks or Character)
Bynum for Carmelo
I'll let Mitch work the rest of details.... I like that idea, I'll try it out on 2k11 and see if it works out, I'll let u guys know...
Nes - 13 years ago
Under a different system other than the triangle, the change might work.
Melo in the triangle wont work to his or the teams liking.
Bynum's presence alone is very significant in the defense and also offensively.
Gasol would suffer significantly with no Bynum because he is not physical enough and will get worn down by teams constantly pounding him.
Lakers need more help on defense, not offense (especially perimeter defense)
Mickey PV - 13 years ago
If Bynum were 100%, I'd say hell no! But he looks like he'll never be 100% and is so brittle he might end up a zero. CA is consistent and needs to learn some defense. Lakers would be most likely to 3 peat with CA. MK please get CA or I don't see Lakers winning anything this year.
Gucci - 13 years ago
can u imagine u having D.F as Pg K.B as Sg C.A as Sf L.O as Pf and P.G as C
J - 13 years ago
It is funny how people are forgetting that lakers did have to play without bynum in the final against boston and got shredded inside. When playoffs comes, the game is gonna be slowed down lot more and what you need is defense and rebounding to win championship. Carmelo is a nice scorer but plays no defense and if you are looking for future of the franchise, do you really have big confidence that he is the one? Personally, I think D. Howard or C. Paul would be a more wise addition down the line. Also, people do not realize how valuable the alterations of shots caused by a big guy like bynum for interior defense especially during the playoffs. Most people are caught up with the flash of additional offense and an all star but it is fool's gold in my opinion
HWilson - 13 years ago
Is this about winning team titles or collecting great individuals? The Lakers lose a few games here and there and they need to push the panic-button? I think not. Not after three straight trips to the NBA Finals, and back-to-back titles.
The Lakers won three straight with a great inside presence, and the last two with dominant big men. The years in between, they had one of the greatest "individuals" in league history, no backbone inside, and missed the playoffs once and exited in the first round the other two.
Bynum makes a huge difference, one not always seen by numbers such as scoring average. Besides, he's not asked to be THE scorer, ala Melo. But what he does is make guys like Melo think before coming inside, thus causing more outside/lower-percentage shots. On the other end he gives them just the opposite - more inside/higher-percentage shots. These "little" things usually differentiate the contenders and pretenders.
To trade for Melo would almost be trying to match Miami's wing-strong team (one which wishes they had stronger play at the 4 and 5).
Lakers need to stay put, and stay special - with the game's best SG, and the top froncourt in the league. Lose Bynum and that all changes.
DBell - 13 years ago
This guys says it all! Make the trade Mr. Buss/Mitch. A few championships for the next few years quite possible. You'll make the luxury tax money back!
The Lakers have historically made trades, but are known for blockbuster ones as, (Chamberlain, Kareem, Shaq, & Gasol) to name just a few that have changed the landscape of power in the Western Conference and even the league. Andrew Bynum provides a unique position for the Lakers with his size and ability when healthy. Teams have shown difficulty in dealing with the frontline of Odom, Gasol and Bynum. Bynum's upside is still in question and potentially may or may not ever rise above what we have witnessed thus far. Yes this is another championship run, and concern is justified in disturbing the team chemistry and player roles. The real question is does the potential trade of Bynum and acqusition of Anthony lessen the Laker's chances for a championship this year and the remainder of Kobe Bryant's career? Let's examine the basketball facts from a GM perspective; If you doubt me please answer.. From this writer's view the trade does NOT, here's why: 1)Anthony is a unique athlete despite a sometimes tendency to pout and play below his seen abilities. He is one of those players that teams (San Antonio, Boston, Miami, Oklahoma, Dallas,) MUST game plan for, while also trying to contain Kobe & Gasol as well...SCARY... 2) Melo is the ONLY forward in the game who offensively can legitmately create fear in the eyes of Lebron, Bosh, Pierce, Stoudamire, Aldridge, Boozer, Artest, and a host of other lesser defensive players. 3) Straight Up, San Antonio nor Dallas COULD NOT beat the Lakers in the playoffs with Anthony; 4) He can legitmately score 40 or 50 points on any given night, or how does a measly 25 a game sound when he decides to play second fiddle to Kobe & Gasol.. 5) He is a franchise player who would be mentored by Bryant and in the brief time coached by Jackson who can elevate a player's game and approach to being professional; and 6) The Lakers have Always flourished as an organization and team with CHAMPIONSHIPS when they have had more than ONE Franchise player, (West-Goodrich-Chamberlain, Magic-Kareem-Worthy, Kobe-Shaq, Kobe-Gasol-Odom and now Kobe- Gasol-Anthony-Odom.. Size aside do you really think Boston, Miami or San Antonio, are worried about Bynum with the teams they have assembled. Teams are figuring out how to beat/play the Lakers; Ask the Thunder or Rockets, its FASTBREAK AT EVERY CHANCE..Make the trade Mitch it's time to UPGRADE...
Mark Serrano - 13 years ago
1) Talented 7 footers don't come around often - keep one with upside potential.
2) Anthony will not be averaging 25 PPG with the Lakers - will he happy averaging 16?
3) Defence wins championships - we'll need Artest on the floor more than Anthony.
4) Lakers' bigger need is to find a quick point guard that can also play defence; focus there.
5) The salary cap situation Anthony would create will result in Lakers losing money.
6) Win the championship NOW.
jk from alhambra - 13 years ago
Lakers can't win with this line up. They have proven it by not winning against the best teams. Lakers are now trying to catch up to the The Blake Show. May as well stock up for the next generation. Bynum will eventually end his career with numbers which will be mediocre while Melo will have Hall of Fame numbers. Get Dwight Howard after he opts out next year to get your dominant post player. You have Gasoft playing power forward with Melo the small forward. Kobe becomes the #4 option as he gracefully ages toward the Hall of Fame with 10 championship rings.
Matt - 13 years ago
Of course!!! Any GM that wouldn't pull the trigger on a MELO (26 year old top-7 player in the league) for BYNUM (23 year-old with constant knee problems) is an idiot!
danny camacho - 13 years ago
as a ball player bynum let his team down by not taking his knee medicine, and coming prepared to play at the beginning of the year. kobe can go without doing things like knee surgery because he can tough it out,, he should be an insperation for bynum, if greatness and championships are truely what he plays for.. terrible mistake. carmello is tough , he can shoot, and even if he only has 1/2 of bynums numbers, mello would do it night in night out, where bynum rests on his laurels,,,,,and is injured giving goose eggs for months,,, and months,,,and takes time to get in shape,, months and months,, then his rythem is finally back, and nothing stands out in his game.. average, but long, then twang,,,,hes out,,, boooo enough already... kobe needs help,, as all our rivalry teams are boosted up, we need reliable, competators,, let denver have that nuggett!!!!!!!
Jon - 13 years ago
Would I trade a perennial all-star starter for a perennial liability? In a second.
carlito - 13 years ago
the idea of getting Melo to the Lakers squad is a good idea, but also we need a big man like bynum even he always injured it;s doesn't matter because his size and length really help the Lakers. yo guys talking about bynum but lakers have a lot of player that doesn't do anything at all like Teo rallif, smith, ebanks, character they can choose some of them for melo including artest i think lakers have so many option for getting melo. if melo ever come to lakers it will be the best thing he ver done and his life
Sharona - 13 years ago
Come on Mitch and Jerry,you guy are like the Duke Brother from Trading Places. Bynum is a bad investment and your not going to get even a dollar worth out of him. Kobe need a shooting guard can come right on in to continue running the show. What offense does Bynum present. I noticed when the ball is pass under the low post. he hesitate to explode to basket instead he does the head fake and if it work he'll slam the ball. But I have seen his shot blocked or the ball stolen. As for defense,he lack in standing his position (I have never seen him taken a charge) His lack of ability and skill in defending players make him vulnerable to easy quick foul. We wonder why he is sitting on the bench in the fourth quarter. Eight year in league? He's still playing like a rookie. Blake Griffin have more talent than this guy.
Alex - 13 years ago
17th title +more is 75% to 25% Bynum Love+ Wait ( 10 years Great)& Injury ( every year ).
Kevguttman - 13 years ago
Bynum is hurt too much EVERY year! Melo is coming into his prime, a good go to guy after KB24 retires. Jim Buss needs to sit down and shut up and let Mitch Kupchak do his job. Pull the trigger Mitch, it's a good deal for the Lakers!
Clitos - 13 years ago
Bynum is overrated IMO. The Lakers never get the fulfillment that they been longing for out him. Just like Yao Ming, he is injury-prone, and that is something that can never be change. With his NBA experience, he should have been able to rise to the occasion when needed or have some consistency on defensive side( if not in offense). There are handful of elite teams in NBA with no big center, why are they so scared to loose him? Melo will surely boost the Lakers all around. he is clutch and able to do everything on the floor. Melo can takeover when Kobe is having an off night. With another franchise player, how can you go wrong?
david shalom - 13 years ago
To say goodby to andrew bynum
To say good by to Andrew Bynum is a horrible thing....a center that come every 10 years or so..............but.....with a lot or risk. to get Carmelo Anthony...will probably give two championships out of the next three years to the Lakers.
Go.........Carmelo......!!!
frankj - 13 years ago
I am both a huge Lakers and Kobe fan but watch out when you say Carmelo is a sellout!!! You remember when someone requested a trade a few years back? I do!
frankj - 13 years ago
Carmelo would make the Lakers a much improved team both on offense and defense! WHY NOT!?
Mark - 13 years ago
3peat if you would have read my comment thoroughly I suggested including Nene in the trade. I know we need a big and Nene would be a perfect fit next to Gasol, and Odom. If you watched the Boston game you had to have seen Big Baby take Bynum baseline scored and Bynum picked up the foul. A real Center may have picked up the foul but Big Baby wouldn't have scored. Boston punked our bigs. We need someone physical and not afraid of the Celtics bigs.
I love the Lakers. And Andrew Bynum does have some unique skills but the injury problems are too frequent to think this young player has much upside. We need this title this year, so whatever makes the team better now is important. I'm on the side of trading for Anthony, he's consistent and awesome!
MB - 13 years ago
absolutley not!! not only the chance of drew turning into a dominant center...remember he's only 23......but you cannot replace that type of size, strength and length....especially against the celtics...now melo for odom and artest?....in a minute
Eric C. - 13 years ago
I guess there are people who see Bynum as a dominant center. I beg to differ, when you only play half of a season each year, and spend much of the other half rehabing and getting back into shape, I question the dominance factor. I also don't see Anthony as just another forward who can score. Hmmm let's see is that all Lebron James was/is to Cleveland and Miami? Another scorer, isn't that what people use to say about Kobe a few years ago. Looks like he has learned to do a whole lot more. Truthfully the only "dominant" center remaing in the league is Dwight Howard. The majority of these other players Chandler, Aldridge, Duncan, Noah, Garnett, Nene, are power forwards. Yeah you have Yao, Chris Kaman, Kwame Brown, Shaq, & Perkins for centers, but come on, we can't match up with these guys? The Lakers have shown they can win without Bynum, with the roster they currently have. Imagine Anthony having played with this Laker group during Bynum's latest injury. I wonder if Kobe would have felt the need to jack up all tose shots if he had help in scoring. Lest we forget Gasol has shown the tendency to disapper in games. Look at the Spurs, I don't see a dominat center, and what's their record? Should the Lakers decline this trade, and Bynum is hurt again, let's see what the Bynum supports say then.. For that matter I wonder what the Laker brass will be saying behind closed doors.. Because we know Boston, Miami, and San Antonio are prepared for the Lakers size. Let's see what happens Thursday night when the Lakers play in Boston. The Clock is ticking.....
Slow Down - 13 years ago
I agree with Daniel. Leave the team as it is. Bynum is good and he will heal. He is 23 not 43. Just because Carmelo is unhappy does not mean we have to go and get him. The time won last year and Bynum was there. Getting Carmelo does not automatically mean that everything would be great. Have some patience and faith.
pon y sas - 13 years ago
lakers have 3 scores, kobe, gasoft, and odom, if you add melo to the mix, their will be no need to worry about defense, work in ratliff or smith to cover the center. teams will scramble to cover points made. not to mention we have a veteran franchise player after the mamba leaves his grand mark years from now.
Bob Reid - 13 years ago
Good scoring forwards come along every year but dominant centers are very hard to find. It would be a big mistake to trade Bynum. Without Bynum's defensive presence in the paint the Lakers don't beat Boston, Orlando, Miami or Chicago this year - and may not win another champmionship in Kobe's era.
Ray Willis - 13 years ago
The Lakers have historically made trades, but are known for blockbuster ones as, (Chamberlain, Kareem, Shaq, & Gasol) to name just a few that have changed the landscape of power in the Western Conference and even the league. Andrew Bynum provides a unique position for the Lakers with his size and ability when healthy. Teams have shown difficulty in dealing with the frontline of Odom, Gasol and Bynum. Bynum's upside is still in question and potentially may or may not ever rise above what we have witnessed thus far. Yes this is another championship run, and concern is justified in disturbing the team chemistry and player roles. The real question is does the potential trade of Bynum and acqusition of Anthony lessen the Laker's chances for a championship this year and the remainder of Kobe Bryant's career? Let's examine the basketball facts from a GM perspective; If you doubt me please answer.. From this writer's view the trade does NOT, here's why: 1)Anthony is a unique athlete despite a sometimes tendency to pout and play below his seen abilities. He is one of those players that teams (San Antonio, Boston, Miami, Oklahoma, Dallas,) MUST game plan for, while also trying to contain Kobe & Gasol as well...SCARY... 2) Melo is the ONLY forward in the game who offensively can legitmately create fear in the eyes of Lebron, Bosh, Pierce, Stoudamire, Aldridge, Boozer, Artest, and a host of other lesser defensive players. 3) Straight Up, San Antonio nor Dallas COULD NOT beat the Lakers in the playoffs with Anthony; 4) He can legitmately score 40 or 50 points on any given night, or how does a measly 25 a game sound when he decides to play second fiddle to Kobe & Gasol.. 5) He is a franchise player who would be mentored by Bryant and in the brief time coached by Jackson who can elevate a player's game and approach to being professional; and 6) The Lakers have Always flourished as an organization and team with CHAMPIONSHIPS when they have had more than ONE Franchise player, (West-Goodrich-Chamberlain, Magic-Kareem-Worthy, Kobe-Shaq, Kobe-Gasol-Odom and now Kobe- Gasol-Anthony-Odom.. Size aside do you really think Boston, Miami or San Antonio, are worried about Bynum with the teams they have assembled. Teams are figuring out how to beat/play the Lakers; Ask the Thunder or Rockets, its FASTBREAK AT EVERY CHANCE..Make the trade Mitch it's time to UPGRADE...
P. Brown - 13 years ago
Yes; Bynum gives LAL size inside. However, the only teams that might preset a problem in this hypothetical match-up right now is Boston and San Antonio. If Carmelo comes to LAL, who do you double team, Kobe or Carmelo?? Imagine everyone else left opnen....Gasol, L. O., S. Brown, Barnes.
matt - 13 years ago
In a heartbeat. There is no downside. If the Nuggest are amenable without the inclusion of Odom, make the deal.
Toni P. - 13 years ago
Mitch Kuptchak make the deal. I love Bynum but if we want the championship again this year, you better go with Melo. Like I said before other teams have geared up and we need some gearing. Besides Kobe loves Melo and I think they will work well together. Melo needs the spotlight because he is an excellent player and he deserves the recognition.
DARREL - 13 years ago
How about trade Pau Gasol for Melo?! He doesn't perform against the teams we need him to perform well against.. he gets pushed around. We wouldn't use our size advantage.. So Gasol is playing out of character, and trying to be "black swan" gasol.. but its not him, and is only a matter of time before he falls into his "Gasoft" ways again. Bynum is younger.. gets easy put backs, and steps up his intensity when he plays the bigger named centers (even though sometimes that leads to foul trouble).
Elmer E. Henderson - 13 years ago
This is such a "no brainer" that I know it'll never happen.Almost invariablywhen the Lakers make a blockbuster trade such as this it has aready happened by the time it becomes public knowledge, so I think this is nothing but a smoke screen by Denver to make the Knicks come up with something they can accept.
I know Bynum is still just 23, but after four years in the league you should have more than just injuries and "potential" on your resume. If the trade is made and he turns out to be the "great Big man" everybody projected, more power to him and the Nuggets, but I have reached the opinion Bynum is destined to be a very average player.
GQ - 13 years ago
Yes, if Carmelo extends his contract. Bynum will never be 100% healthy and this year it's taken too much from Pau and Lamar. The Lakers should be able to find a servicable big man to replace him.
b - 13 years ago
I'd trade the 3 faced narcissistic spirit killing ball hog Kobe for Carmelo in heartbeat.
ecormom5 - 13 years ago
Pull the trigger, Mitch.........What are you waiting for!! You can also GIVE them Luke Walton.
Arnold Ma - 13 years ago
Melo is a franchise player, Kobe is out of mileage, Bynum is sick at all time. Lakers just need win. Have no sense of loyalty or respect. Bynum won't be a person build around the team. Melo is the player. Melo = kobe = Cp3 ; Bynum = 2 O'neal s (Boston) =Stop & go, I don't understand the people still have patient for four years waiting Bynum is healthy or potential. If Luke & Bynum somebody want them, just thanks God helping us. Next year Dwight Howard & Mac Gasol will be available, even Yao (part time player= Bynum= Walton) will be better.
Richard - 13 years ago
It would be a great to maintaining a Laker dynasty. Although Bynum is a great defensive presence and has often dominated the offensive paint, the fact remains that he is inconsistent with playing and he is foul and injury prone as well. If he's getting injured all the time or picking up 5-6 fouls, what good is he going to do sitting on the bench?
It's time for a trade. Lamar and Pau have the length and the skills to handle their own in the paint. Lamar is really too good to be coming off the bench anyway and he has come through in times when we have needed it most.
Just compare Bynum's stats with Carmelo's. Sure they don't show uncounted defense (altered shots, decisions to make a jump-shot instead of a layup), but just look at them! 14 more points a game, 2 more assists, and around the same amount of rebounds! His stats would go down slightly, but it's still evident they would be superior.
I wouldn't trade anyone other than Bynum. Artest provides some much needed defense on big players like Lebron James and Paul Pierce. Everyone else seems to be doing their part.
If we don't pickup Carmelo, I think Nene would be another great choice should we decide to go a more defensive route. Again, Nene puts up superior stats, is more consistent, provides great height, better defense, and is far less injury prone. Not to mention Nene would cost about 6 million less for better results, freeing up the Lakers salary cap.
Either way, Melo or Nene in exchange for Bynum would be a great exchange.
3peat - 13 years ago
mark first off stop talking!! Its all about size... we need bynum for defense and boards. we dont need another scorer. we need to play up to level we should be playing at! we dont need trades we need to hussle and play like every game means something and not jus wait for the playoffs to roll around!!
Arnold Ma - 13 years ago
Melo is a franchise player, Kobe is out of mileage, Bynum is sick at all time. Lakers just need win. Have no sense of loyalty or respect. Bynum won't be a person build around the team. Melo is the player. Melo = kobe = Cp3 ; Bynum = 2 O'neal s (Boston) =Stop & go, I don't understand the people still have patient four years waiting. Bynum is healthy or potential.
sammy - 13 years ago
knickssssss nigggaaaaaa
D'wayne - 13 years ago
This trade is big for the Lakers Melo causes problems everytime he touches the ball who can also cause matches up problem all over the court. Some teams have one great defender but when you have two high power skill scorers its hard to defend. Losing Andrew wouldn't be big because Lamar is 6'10 and can counter for the lost. Not only do you show others team you for real about a title you put pressure on teams nite end nite out Lakers pull the trigger make the trade!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
the reaelist - 13 years ago
P.S.
Im all for the trade if the lakers can work out maybe a three team deal to get a decent center in return that can take up some space. Maybe with the Twolves for Darko. I still want LO coming off the bench if at all possible. Otherwise whos our defensive "spark" off the bench.
Peter - 13 years ago
Do the Lakers want another title this year? Then get Melo so when Kobe has an off night there is another shooter in place. Bynum is going to be injury prone his entire career and will forever be starting over.
Mark - 13 years ago
Package Nene, and Melo for Bynum, and Artest. We need a PG badly so we will have to send Steve Blake, and Shannon Brown to Phoenix for Steve Nash. The Lakers really need a Point Guard.
the realist - 13 years ago
@ A. Esquibel
"Carmelo is such a sell-out........These young ath. have no sence of loyalty or respect."
Dude already extended his contract once and maybe denver tried to put other pieces around him, but at the end of the day its a business on both sides of the table. The teams and the players are only looking out to make a buck, otherwise players would play for peanuts and profits made by ticket sales would go to charitable organizations. That being said he has every right to want to leave. he signed a contract too though, so while he has every right to "want" to leave his loyalty comes from the contract he previously signed and therefore the ball really is in Denver's court anyway. they don't have to trade him, if they do its all part of business.
Unfortunately a capitalistic society means that business models become role models, so if your going to criticize Carmelo, you have to get to the root cause, which is the capitalistic society we live in. Otherwise, just learn to accept that this is all for our entertainment anyway. If you don't want these young athletes to have control of their futures and their fortunes, stop watching, because that's the only way they'll lose money.
tony knott - 13 years ago
C'mon. When it really matters, what do you lose by trading Bynum? He is always out/hurt during the playoff run. In exchange you get one of the top 5 scorers in the league paired with Kobe and Gasol. A much better playoff team in the end.
Jaysen - 13 years ago
I think Bynum is an excellent player, although Lamar is playing far better then he is. Lamar and Pau are excellent rebounders and scorers. With Melo in the addition with Kobe, its gonna be deadly team.
I luv Drew but how many games has he played in the last 4 years? Let the Heat have there trio. I ll take the Lakers and there 3 Mamba Pau and Melo. Mitch get it done.
cameron womack - 13 years ago
i feel like bynums career is crashing down with all the problems he has been having with his knee and with melo there is another scorer besides kobe in crunch time situations everyone that has been traded hasnt lived up to full potential mayb gasol and odom but other then that melo would be a great addition to a championship team that he deserves with all star qualities .TRADE THEM
Khamael Joseph - 13 years ago
If this trade could indeed be made; to me it is a no brainer. Though there is a potential with Bynum, there is a certainty with Anthony. The older brother, younger brother relationship with Bryant, the placement of an heir apparent to an aging Bryant, plus a possible 4 to 5 years together with a legitimate shot each of those years. A positive counter to Wade, James, Bosh, (Bryant, Anthony, Gasol,(Odom)). Bynum's potential in my opinion is overrated. The Lakers would be better off with a Tyson Chandler, Javelle McGee, if they were just stuck on this 'big' thing. Bynum's departure would allow Odom (6'10") , not a little guy, to become a starter, making the Lakers a much more dynamic and athletic team. The rotation may suffer some what, but consider what Miami is doing with the limitations of it's bench. I believe Carmelo wants to be not just a basketball star but a media star. LA would satisfy his desire to be in the conversation with LeBron, Wade & Kobe. I think he would elevate his game and the Lakers chance to 3peat. Khamael Joseph
A. Esquibel - 13 years ago
Carmelo is such a sell-out........These young ath. have no sence of loyalty or respect.
J.CASTILLO - 13 years ago
If we get Melo.. we would have someone in place for when kobe starts slowing down.. Melo would also provide instant energy and with an outside threat that he provides that would open up more room for Pau to work around.. Melo is a franchise player!! WHO wouldnt want to come play for L.A. then..
Daniel Rodriguez - 13 years ago
Bynum gives us more dominant presence in the paint, both offensive & defensive. We have plenty of scorers, we lose out on defense trading Bynum for Melo. Keep the team as is, Barnes return will energize the team. We miss his rebounding, more importantly his energy!
I love Bynum, but is his presence as great as we think. This year i've noticed that our team seems flat in comparsion to last year. Anthony would give us outstanding small forward, but who would fill the center slot??
Gasol, while he is an amazing player, I dont think he could handle the center slot night in and night out without out some help. Odom can help but losing Bynum would require him to focus more on playing the power forward slot and lessen our ability to create mismatches with our size. Losing Bynum would also make us one of the smaller teams in the league.
I wonder who becomes the sixth man on the team if we trade for melo??? Odom would have to start to give us a solid PF and Gasol moves to C, but then who comes in after Gasol or Odom??
Right now, when Bynum comes out u can move Gasol to Center and Odom takes over at PF.
if we grab Melo, then we start Odom at PF and Gasol at Center, then when Gasol come out who comes in, don't tell me Theo (nothing against the guy, but he can't do what Bynum does on a daily basis)
So as much as I would love to see Anthony on the Lakers, i would hope that if we make that trade we would make sure to get a Big Man....Cause Night in and Night Out we would be lacking a solid Big Man off the bench.
On the other side of that argument, with Anthony we have a team similar to the Magic Era.. Talk about Showtime at the Staples... it would be amazing to see.
One thing to note though is with Marc, being a free agent next year maybe we can sign him to the Lakers to play with Pau, then I would say go for the trade, but then whats to say we can get Marc, he may not like his older brother....but if we could acquire him or a another decent Big man via three team trade, then I'm down for the deal...
My proposal would be a three team deal;
Artest for Cousins (he may be a headcase; but it would give us a big to develop and he has potential; I know u might think I'm crazy but he would be around older players and that would provide stability in resoling his issues and we would get a decent big) we could even give up a draft pick or one of our rookies (Eubanks or Character)
Bynum for Carmelo
I'll let Mitch work the rest of details.... I like that idea, I'll try it out on 2k11 and see if it works out, I'll let u guys know...
I love Bynum, but is his presence as great as we think. This year i've noticed that our team seems flat in comparsion to last year. Anthony would give us outstanding small forward, but who would fill the center slot??
Gasol, while he is an amazing player, I dont think he could handle the center slot night in and night out without out some help. Odom can help but losing Bynum would require him to focus more on playing the power forward slot and lessen our ability to create mismatches with our size. Losing Bynum would also make us one of the smaller teams in the league.
I wonder who becomes the sixth man on the team if we trade for melo??? Odom would have to start to give us a solid PF and Gasol moves to C, but then who comes in after Gasol or Odom??
Right now, when Bynum comes out u can move Gasol to Center and Odom takes over at PF.
if we grab Melo, then we start Odom at PF and Gasol at Center, then when Gasol come out who comes in, don't tell me Theo (nothing against the guy, but he can't do what Bynum does on a daily basis)
So as much as I would love to see Anthony on the Lakers, i would hope that if we make that trade we would make sure to get a Big Man....Cause Night in and Night Out we would be lacking a solid Big Man off the bench.
On the other side of that argument, with Anthony we have a team similar to the Magic Era.. Talk about Showtime at the Staples... it would be amazing to see.
One thing to note though is with Marc, being a free agent next year maybe we can sign him to the Lakers to play with Pau, then I would say go for the trade, but then whats to say we can get Marc, he may not like his older brother....but if we could acquire him or a another decent Big man via three team trade, then I'm down for the deal...
My proposal would be a three team deal;
Artest for Cousins (he may be a headcase; but it would give us a big to develop and he has potential; I know u might think I'm crazy but he would be around older players and that would provide stability in resoling his issues and we would get a decent big) we could even give up a draft pick or one of our rookies (Eubanks or Character)
Bynum for Carmelo
I'll let Mitch work the rest of details.... I like that idea, I'll try it out on 2k11 and see if it works out, I'll let u guys know...
Under a different system other than the triangle, the change might work.
Melo in the triangle wont work to his or the teams liking.
Bynum's presence alone is very significant in the defense and also offensively.
Gasol would suffer significantly with no Bynum because he is not physical enough and will get worn down by teams constantly pounding him.
Lakers need more help on defense, not offense (especially perimeter defense)
If Bynum were 100%, I'd say hell no! But he looks like he'll never be 100% and is so brittle he might end up a zero. CA is consistent and needs to learn some defense. Lakers would be most likely to 3 peat with CA. MK please get CA or I don't see Lakers winning anything this year.
can u imagine u having D.F as Pg K.B as Sg C.A as Sf L.O as Pf and P.G as C
It is funny how people are forgetting that lakers did have to play without bynum in the final against boston and got shredded inside. When playoffs comes, the game is gonna be slowed down lot more and what you need is defense and rebounding to win championship. Carmelo is a nice scorer but plays no defense and if you are looking for future of the franchise, do you really have big confidence that he is the one? Personally, I think D. Howard or C. Paul would be a more wise addition down the line. Also, people do not realize how valuable the alterations of shots caused by a big guy like bynum for interior defense especially during the playoffs. Most people are caught up with the flash of additional offense and an all star but it is fool's gold in my opinion
Is this about winning team titles or collecting great individuals? The Lakers lose a few games here and there and they need to push the panic-button? I think not. Not after three straight trips to the NBA Finals, and back-to-back titles.
The Lakers won three straight with a great inside presence, and the last two with dominant big men. The years in between, they had one of the greatest "individuals" in league history, no backbone inside, and missed the playoffs once and exited in the first round the other two.
Bynum makes a huge difference, one not always seen by numbers such as scoring average. Besides, he's not asked to be THE scorer, ala Melo. But what he does is make guys like Melo think before coming inside, thus causing more outside/lower-percentage shots. On the other end he gives them just the opposite - more inside/higher-percentage shots. These "little" things usually differentiate the contenders and pretenders.
To trade for Melo would almost be trying to match Miami's wing-strong team (one which wishes they had stronger play at the 4 and 5).
Lakers need to stay put, and stay special - with the game's best SG, and the top froncourt in the league. Lose Bynum and that all changes.
This guys says it all! Make the trade Mr. Buss/Mitch. A few championships for the next few years quite possible. You'll make the luxury tax money back!
The Lakers have historically made trades, but are known for blockbuster ones as, (Chamberlain, Kareem, Shaq, & Gasol) to name just a few that have changed the landscape of power in the Western Conference and even the league. Andrew Bynum provides a unique position for the Lakers with his size and ability when healthy. Teams have shown difficulty in dealing with the frontline of Odom, Gasol and Bynum. Bynum's upside is still in question and potentially may or may not ever rise above what we have witnessed thus far. Yes this is another championship run, and concern is justified in disturbing the team chemistry and player roles. The real question is does the potential trade of Bynum and acqusition of Anthony lessen the Laker's chances for a championship this year and the remainder of Kobe Bryant's career? Let's examine the basketball facts from a GM perspective; If you doubt me please answer.. From this writer's view the trade does NOT, here's why: 1)Anthony is a unique athlete despite a sometimes tendency to pout and play below his seen abilities. He is one of those players that teams (San Antonio, Boston, Miami, Oklahoma, Dallas,) MUST game plan for, while also trying to contain Kobe & Gasol as well...SCARY... 2) Melo is the ONLY forward in the game who offensively can legitmately create fear in the eyes of Lebron, Bosh, Pierce, Stoudamire, Aldridge, Boozer, Artest, and a host of other lesser defensive players. 3) Straight Up, San Antonio nor Dallas COULD NOT beat the Lakers in the playoffs with Anthony; 4) He can legitmately score 40 or 50 points on any given night, or how does a measly 25 a game sound when he decides to play second fiddle to Kobe & Gasol.. 5) He is a franchise player who would be mentored by Bryant and in the brief time coached by Jackson who can elevate a player's game and approach to being professional; and 6) The Lakers have Always flourished as an organization and team with CHAMPIONSHIPS when they have had more than ONE Franchise player, (West-Goodrich-Chamberlain, Magic-Kareem-Worthy, Kobe-Shaq, Kobe-Gasol-Odom and now Kobe- Gasol-Anthony-Odom.. Size aside do you really think Boston, Miami or San Antonio, are worried about Bynum with the teams they have assembled. Teams are figuring out how to beat/play the Lakers; Ask the Thunder or Rockets, its FASTBREAK AT EVERY CHANCE..Make the trade Mitch it's time to UPGRADE...
1) Talented 7 footers don't come around often - keep one with upside potential.
2) Anthony will not be averaging 25 PPG with the Lakers - will he happy averaging 16?
3) Defence wins championships - we'll need Artest on the floor more than Anthony.
4) Lakers' bigger need is to find a quick point guard that can also play defence; focus there.
5) The salary cap situation Anthony would create will result in Lakers losing money.
6) Win the championship NOW.
Lakers can't win with this line up. They have proven it by not winning against the best teams. Lakers are now trying to catch up to the The Blake Show. May as well stock up for the next generation. Bynum will eventually end his career with numbers which will be mediocre while Melo will have Hall of Fame numbers. Get Dwight Howard after he opts out next year to get your dominant post player. You have Gasoft playing power forward with Melo the small forward. Kobe becomes the #4 option as he gracefully ages toward the Hall of Fame with 10 championship rings.
Of course!!! Any GM that wouldn't pull the trigger on a MELO (26 year old top-7 player in the league) for BYNUM (23 year-old with constant knee problems) is an idiot!
as a ball player bynum let his team down by not taking his knee medicine, and coming prepared to play at the beginning of the year. kobe can go without doing things like knee surgery because he can tough it out,, he should be an insperation for bynum, if greatness and championships are truely what he plays for.. terrible mistake. carmello is tough , he can shoot, and even if he only has 1/2 of bynums numbers, mello would do it night in night out, where bynum rests on his laurels,,,,,and is injured giving goose eggs for months,,, and months,,,and takes time to get in shape,, months and months,, then his rythem is finally back, and nothing stands out in his game.. average, but long, then twang,,,,hes out,,, boooo enough already... kobe needs help,, as all our rivalry teams are boosted up, we need reliable, competators,, let denver have that nuggett!!!!!!!
Would I trade a perennial all-star starter for a perennial liability? In a second.
the idea of getting Melo to the Lakers squad is a good idea, but also we need a big man like bynum even he always injured it;s doesn't matter because his size and length really help the Lakers. yo guys talking about bynum but lakers have a lot of player that doesn't do anything at all like Teo rallif, smith, ebanks, character they can choose some of them for melo including artest i think lakers have so many option for getting melo. if melo ever come to lakers it will be the best thing he ver done and his life
Come on Mitch and Jerry,you guy are like the Duke Brother from Trading Places. Bynum is a bad investment and your not going to get even a dollar worth out of him. Kobe need a shooting guard can come right on in to continue running the show. What offense does Bynum present. I noticed when the ball is pass under the low post. he hesitate to explode to basket instead he does the head fake and if it work he'll slam the ball. But I have seen his shot blocked or the ball stolen. As for defense,he lack in standing his position (I have never seen him taken a charge) His lack of ability and skill in defending players make him vulnerable to easy quick foul. We wonder why he is sitting on the bench in the fourth quarter. Eight year in league? He's still playing like a rookie. Blake Griffin have more talent than this guy.
17th title +more is 75% to 25% Bynum Love+ Wait ( 10 years Great)& Injury ( every year ).
Bynum is hurt too much EVERY year! Melo is coming into his prime, a good go to guy after KB24 retires. Jim Buss needs to sit down and shut up and let Mitch Kupchak do his job. Pull the trigger Mitch, it's a good deal for the Lakers!
Bynum is overrated IMO. The Lakers never get the fulfillment that they been longing for out him. Just like Yao Ming, he is injury-prone, and that is something that can never be change. With his NBA experience, he should have been able to rise to the occasion when needed or have some consistency on defensive side( if not in offense). There are handful of elite teams in NBA with no big center, why are they so scared to loose him? Melo will surely boost the Lakers all around. he is clutch and able to do everything on the floor. Melo can takeover when Kobe is having an off night. With another franchise player, how can you go wrong?
To say goodby to andrew bynum
To say good by to Andrew Bynum is a horrible thing....a center that come every 10 years or so..............but.....with a lot or risk. to get Carmelo Anthony...will probably give two championships out of the next three years to the Lakers.
Go.........Carmelo......!!!
I am both a huge Lakers and Kobe fan but watch out when you say Carmelo is a sellout!!! You remember when someone requested a trade a few years back? I do!
Carmelo would make the Lakers a much improved team both on offense and defense! WHY NOT!?
3peat if you would have read my comment thoroughly I suggested including Nene in the trade. I know we need a big and Nene would be a perfect fit next to Gasol, and Odom. If you watched the Boston game you had to have seen Big Baby take Bynum baseline scored and Bynum picked up the foul. A real Center may have picked up the foul but Big Baby wouldn't have scored. Boston punked our bigs. We need someone physical and not afraid of the Celtics bigs.
I love the Lakers. And Andrew Bynum does have some unique skills but the injury problems are too frequent to think this young player has much upside. We need this title this year, so whatever makes the team better now is important. I'm on the side of trading for Anthony, he's consistent and awesome!
absolutley not!! not only the chance of drew turning into a dominant center...remember he's only 23......but you cannot replace that type of size, strength and length....especially against the celtics...now melo for odom and artest?....in a minute
I guess there are people who see Bynum as a dominant center. I beg to differ, when you only play half of a season each year, and spend much of the other half rehabing and getting back into shape, I question the dominance factor. I also don't see Anthony as just another forward who can score. Hmmm let's see is that all Lebron James was/is to Cleveland and Miami? Another scorer, isn't that what people use to say about Kobe a few years ago. Looks like he has learned to do a whole lot more. Truthfully the only "dominant" center remaing in the league is Dwight Howard. The majority of these other players Chandler, Aldridge, Duncan, Noah, Garnett, Nene, are power forwards. Yeah you have Yao, Chris Kaman, Kwame Brown, Shaq, & Perkins for centers, but come on, we can't match up with these guys? The Lakers have shown they can win without Bynum, with the roster they currently have. Imagine Anthony having played with this Laker group during Bynum's latest injury. I wonder if Kobe would have felt the need to jack up all tose shots if he had help in scoring. Lest we forget Gasol has shown the tendency to disapper in games. Look at the Spurs, I don't see a dominat center, and what's their record? Should the Lakers decline this trade, and Bynum is hurt again, let's see what the Bynum supports say then.. For that matter I wonder what the Laker brass will be saying behind closed doors.. Because we know Boston, Miami, and San Antonio are prepared for the Lakers size. Let's see what happens Thursday night when the Lakers play in Boston. The Clock is ticking.....
I agree with Daniel. Leave the team as it is. Bynum is good and he will heal. He is 23 not 43. Just because Carmelo is unhappy does not mean we have to go and get him. The time won last year and Bynum was there. Getting Carmelo does not automatically mean that everything would be great. Have some patience and faith.
lakers have 3 scores, kobe, gasoft, and odom, if you add melo to the mix, their will be no need to worry about defense, work in ratliff or smith to cover the center. teams will scramble to cover points made. not to mention we have a veteran franchise player after the mamba leaves his grand mark years from now.
Good scoring forwards come along every year but dominant centers are very hard to find. It would be a big mistake to trade Bynum. Without Bynum's defensive presence in the paint the Lakers don't beat Boston, Orlando, Miami or Chicago this year - and may not win another champmionship in Kobe's era.
The Lakers have historically made trades, but are known for blockbuster ones as, (Chamberlain, Kareem, Shaq, & Gasol) to name just a few that have changed the landscape of power in the Western Conference and even the league. Andrew Bynum provides a unique position for the Lakers with his size and ability when healthy. Teams have shown difficulty in dealing with the frontline of Odom, Gasol and Bynum. Bynum's upside is still in question and potentially may or may not ever rise above what we have witnessed thus far. Yes this is another championship run, and concern is justified in disturbing the team chemistry and player roles. The real question is does the potential trade of Bynum and acqusition of Anthony lessen the Laker's chances for a championship this year and the remainder of Kobe Bryant's career? Let's examine the basketball facts from a GM perspective; If you doubt me please answer.. From this writer's view the trade does NOT, here's why: 1)Anthony is a unique athlete despite a sometimes tendency to pout and play below his seen abilities. He is one of those players that teams (San Antonio, Boston, Miami, Oklahoma, Dallas,) MUST game plan for, while also trying to contain Kobe & Gasol as well...SCARY... 2) Melo is the ONLY forward in the game who offensively can legitmately create fear in the eyes of Lebron, Bosh, Pierce, Stoudamire, Aldridge, Boozer, Artest, and a host of other lesser defensive players. 3) Straight Up, San Antonio nor Dallas COULD NOT beat the Lakers in the playoffs with Anthony; 4) He can legitmately score 40 or 50 points on any given night, or how does a measly 25 a game sound when he decides to play second fiddle to Kobe & Gasol.. 5) He is a franchise player who would be mentored by Bryant and in the brief time coached by Jackson who can elevate a player's game and approach to being professional; and 6) The Lakers have Always flourished as an organization and team with CHAMPIONSHIPS when they have had more than ONE Franchise player, (West-Goodrich-Chamberlain, Magic-Kareem-Worthy, Kobe-Shaq, Kobe-Gasol-Odom and now Kobe- Gasol-Anthony-Odom.. Size aside do you really think Boston, Miami or San Antonio, are worried about Bynum with the teams they have assembled. Teams are figuring out how to beat/play the Lakers; Ask the Thunder or Rockets, its FASTBREAK AT EVERY CHANCE..Make the trade Mitch it's time to UPGRADE...
Yes; Bynum gives LAL size inside. However, the only teams that might preset a problem in this hypothetical match-up right now is Boston and San Antonio. If Carmelo comes to LAL, who do you double team, Kobe or Carmelo?? Imagine everyone else left opnen....Gasol, L. O., S. Brown, Barnes.
In a heartbeat. There is no downside. If the Nuggest are amenable without the inclusion of Odom, make the deal.
Mitch Kuptchak make the deal. I love Bynum but if we want the championship again this year, you better go with Melo. Like I said before other teams have geared up and we need some gearing. Besides Kobe loves Melo and I think they will work well together. Melo needs the spotlight because he is an excellent player and he deserves the recognition.
How about trade Pau Gasol for Melo?! He doesn't perform against the teams we need him to perform well against.. he gets pushed around. We wouldn't use our size advantage.. So Gasol is playing out of character, and trying to be "black swan" gasol.. but its not him, and is only a matter of time before he falls into his "Gasoft" ways again. Bynum is younger.. gets easy put backs, and steps up his intensity when he plays the bigger named centers (even though sometimes that leads to foul trouble).
This is such a "no brainer" that I know it'll never happen.Almost invariablywhen the Lakers make a blockbuster trade such as this it has aready happened by the time it becomes public knowledge, so I think this is nothing but a smoke screen by Denver to make the Knicks come up with something they can accept.
I know Bynum is still just 23, but after four years in the league you should have more than just injuries and "potential" on your resume. If the trade is made and he turns out to be the "great Big man" everybody projected, more power to him and the Nuggets, but I have reached the opinion Bynum is destined to be a very average player.
Yes, if Carmelo extends his contract. Bynum will never be 100% healthy and this year it's taken too much from Pau and Lamar. The Lakers should be able to find a servicable big man to replace him.
I'd trade the 3 faced narcissistic spirit killing ball hog Kobe for Carmelo in heartbeat.
Pull the trigger, Mitch.........What are you waiting for!! You can also GIVE them Luke Walton.
Melo is a franchise player, Kobe is out of mileage, Bynum is sick at all time. Lakers just need win. Have no sense of loyalty or respect. Bynum won't be a person build around the team. Melo is the player. Melo = kobe = Cp3 ; Bynum = 2 O'neal s (Boston) =Stop & go, I don't understand the people still have patient for four years waiting Bynum is healthy or potential. If Luke & Bynum somebody want them, just thanks God helping us. Next year Dwight Howard & Mac Gasol will be available, even Yao (part time player= Bynum= Walton) will be better.
It would be a great to maintaining a Laker dynasty. Although Bynum is a great defensive presence and has often dominated the offensive paint, the fact remains that he is inconsistent with playing and he is foul and injury prone as well. If he's getting injured all the time or picking up 5-6 fouls, what good is he going to do sitting on the bench?
It's time for a trade. Lamar and Pau have the length and the skills to handle their own in the paint. Lamar is really too good to be coming off the bench anyway and he has come through in times when we have needed it most.
Just compare Bynum's stats with Carmelo's. Sure they don't show uncounted defense (altered shots, decisions to make a jump-shot instead of a layup), but just look at them! 14 more points a game, 2 more assists, and around the same amount of rebounds! His stats would go down slightly, but it's still evident they would be superior.
I wouldn't trade anyone other than Bynum. Artest provides some much needed defense on big players like Lebron James and Paul Pierce. Everyone else seems to be doing their part.
If we don't pickup Carmelo, I think Nene would be another great choice should we decide to go a more defensive route. Again, Nene puts up superior stats, is more consistent, provides great height, better defense, and is far less injury prone. Not to mention Nene would cost about 6 million less for better results, freeing up the Lakers salary cap.
Either way, Melo or Nene in exchange for Bynum would be a great exchange.
mark first off stop talking!! Its all about size... we need bynum for defense and boards. we dont need another scorer. we need to play up to level we should be playing at! we dont need trades we need to hussle and play like every game means something and not jus wait for the playoffs to roll around!!
Melo is a franchise player, Kobe is out of mileage, Bynum is sick at all time. Lakers just need win. Have no sense of loyalty or respect. Bynum won't be a person build around the team. Melo is the player. Melo = kobe = Cp3 ; Bynum = 2 O'neal s (Boston) =Stop & go, I don't understand the people still have patient four years waiting. Bynum is healthy or potential.
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This trade is big for the Lakers Melo causes problems everytime he touches the ball who can also cause matches up problem all over the court. Some teams have one great defender but when you have two high power skill scorers its hard to defend. Losing Andrew wouldn't be big because Lamar is 6'10 and can counter for the lost. Not only do you show others team you for real about a title you put pressure on teams nite end nite out Lakers pull the trigger make the trade!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Im all for the trade if the lakers can work out maybe a three team deal to get a decent center in return that can take up some space. Maybe with the Twolves for Darko. I still want LO coming off the bench if at all possible. Otherwise whos our defensive "spark" off the bench.
Do the Lakers want another title this year? Then get Melo so when Kobe has an off night there is another shooter in place. Bynum is going to be injury prone his entire career and will forever be starting over.
Package Nene, and Melo for Bynum, and Artest. We need a PG badly so we will have to send Steve Blake, and Shannon Brown to Phoenix for Steve Nash. The Lakers really need a Point Guard.
@ A. Esquibel
"Carmelo is such a sell-out........These young ath. have no sence of loyalty or respect."
Dude already extended his contract once and maybe denver tried to put other pieces around him, but at the end of the day its a business on both sides of the table. The teams and the players are only looking out to make a buck, otherwise players would play for peanuts and profits made by ticket sales would go to charitable organizations. That being said he has every right to want to leave. he signed a contract too though, so while he has every right to "want" to leave his loyalty comes from the contract he previously signed and therefore the ball really is in Denver's court anyway. they don't have to trade him, if they do its all part of business.
Unfortunately a capitalistic society means that business models become role models, so if your going to criticize Carmelo, you have to get to the root cause, which is the capitalistic society we live in. Otherwise, just learn to accept that this is all for our entertainment anyway. If you don't want these young athletes to have control of their futures and their fortunes, stop watching, because that's the only way they'll lose money.
C'mon. When it really matters, what do you lose by trading Bynum? He is always out/hurt during the playoff run. In exchange you get one of the top 5 scorers in the league paired with Kobe and Gasol. A much better playoff team in the end.
I think Bynum is an excellent player, although Lamar is playing far better then he is. Lamar and Pau are excellent rebounders and scorers. With Melo in the addition with Kobe, its gonna be deadly team.
I luv Drew but how many games has he played in the last 4 years? Let the Heat have there trio. I ll take the Lakers and there 3 Mamba Pau and Melo. Mitch get it done.
i feel like bynums career is crashing down with all the problems he has been having with his knee and with melo there is another scorer besides kobe in crunch time situations everyone that has been traded hasnt lived up to full potential mayb gasol and odom but other then that melo would be a great addition to a championship team that he deserves with all star qualities .TRADE THEM
If this trade could indeed be made; to me it is a no brainer. Though there is a potential with Bynum, there is a certainty with Anthony. The older brother, younger brother relationship with Bryant, the placement of an heir apparent to an aging Bryant, plus a possible 4 to 5 years together with a legitimate shot each of those years. A positive counter to Wade, James, Bosh, (Bryant, Anthony, Gasol,(Odom)). Bynum's potential in my opinion is overrated. The Lakers would be better off with a Tyson Chandler, Javelle McGee, if they were just stuck on this 'big' thing. Bynum's departure would allow Odom (6'10") , not a little guy, to become a starter, making the Lakers a much more dynamic and athletic team. The rotation may suffer some what, but consider what Miami is doing with the limitations of it's bench. I believe Carmelo wants to be not just a basketball star but a media star. LA would satisfy his desire to be in the conversation with LeBron, Wade & Kobe. I think he would elevate his game and the Lakers chance to 3peat. Khamael Joseph
Carmelo is such a sell-out........These young ath. have no sence of loyalty or respect.
If we get Melo.. we would have someone in place for when kobe starts slowing down.. Melo would also provide instant energy and with an outside threat that he provides that would open up more room for Pau to work around.. Melo is a franchise player!! WHO wouldnt want to come play for L.A. then..
Bynum gives us more dominant presence in the paint, both offensive & defensive. We have plenty of scorers, we lose out on defense trading Bynum for Melo. Keep the team as is, Barnes return will energize the team. We miss his rebounding, more importantly his energy!