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Lakers Rumors: “L.A. Is Where Anthony Davis Wanted To Be, LeBron James Is The Teammate He Wanted To Have, And The Lakers Have Done Enough To Sell Him On A Future With The Franchise.”

Nico Martinez
Apr 15, 2020
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There have been a lot of questions about Anthony Davis’ future with the franchise. Despite the fact that he wanted to be traded there, he has yet to express any intention that he will re-sign with the team past this summer. By all accounts, it seemed as though the team had to prove themselves to Davis before he committed to sticking around.

Amid the coronavirus pandemic and the NBA’s hiatus, the Lakers might never get the chance to close out the 2019-20 campaign. So did they do enough to earn Davis’ commitment? Executives around the league seem to believe so.

(per Kyle Goon in the “Purple & Bold”)

By any measure, this is the top priority of the summer given what the Lakers had to give up to get him. Most in league circles believe that work is largely done – that L.A. is where Davis wanted to be, LeBron James is the teammate he wanted to have, and that the Lakers have done enough to sell him on a future with the franchise.

Anthony Davis has changed the game for L.A. After missing the postseason just last year, Davis’ presence had made them a top title contender. Before the NBA’s suspension, they were first in the West with the NBA’s second-best record at 49-14.

At 27-years-old with season averages of 26.7 points, 9.4 rebounds, and 2.4 blocks per game, it’s clear he is one of the best players in basketball. With his future secured, the Lakers are poised to be dominant for years to come.

The only question now is what, or who will stand in their way?

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Nico Martinez is a veteran staff writer for Fadeaway World from Brooklyn, New York. He joined Fadeaway World in 2016 and is currently residing in Columbia, South Carolina. Nico holds a degree in Sports Management from Columbia International University where he built a strong foundation in the inner workings of sports media and management. Nico's contributions have significantly enhanced the credibility and depth of Fadeaway World's content, earning him recognition across the sports journalism community. His work has been discussed in prestigious publications like Sports Illustrated. A dedicated follower of LeBron James, Nico often leads coverage on news related to the basketball star. With nearly a decade of experience in sports journalism, Nico consistently provides comprehensive and timely basketball news, engaging a wide audience of basketball enthusiasts.Nico's most desired player to interview, past or present, is Kevin Durant. He is particularly keen on asking Durant if he has any regrets about his career, especially concerning his departure from the Oklahoma City Thunder, and why he engages so much with fans on social media. 
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