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ShowtimeSBMVP · 07-04-2012, 06:37 PM

Adrian Wojnarowski ‏@WojYahooNBA

Source confirms: The Suns are sending Steve Nash to the Lakers for draft picks.

Chiefs Pantalones · 07-04-2012, 08:53 PM

I just wish my Bulls would make some noise. Ugh.

**Shogun** · 07-04-2012, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Bo's Pelini

Could the Lakers afford Howard AND Smith?

Nash
Kobe
Howard
Smith

That team would kick OKC's soft ass.

but who guards westbrook?

Simply Red · 07-04-2012, 09:10 PM

I'm not going to lie, they'll win NO more w/ Nash, unless their chemistry is perfect.

Who knows for sure?

I WILL be curious to see Nash & the rest of them suit up and play together.

**The Bad Guy** · 07-04-2012, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by Bo's Pelini

Yeah those picks don't mean shit.

Now you got Nash who works well with Gasol but if you get Howard you could move Gasol for some nice bench players and a shooter? Or do you keep what you have (which still isn't bad at all).

You get Howard, you keep Gasol. Gasol would be great with someone like Howard. The problem with Pau and Bynum is Bynum wants similar spots to Pau in the mid-range game. Howard's game would work very well with Pau's.

Nash does fill the deep shooter's role. He's one of the best shooting PGs I've ever seen.

**The Bad Guy** · 07-04-2012, 09:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Shogun

but who guards westbrook?

Kobe would likely guard Westbrook since he wouldn't be carrying the offense.

**The Bad Guy** · 07-04-2012, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Kotter

Nash...at this point in his career...who cares? Seriously....

"At this point in his career" averaged 12.5 points and 10.7 assists.

You're right. No big deal.

KC_Connection · 07-04-2012, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Kotter

Nash...at this point in his career...who cares? Seriously....

Nash is still one of the most efficient offensive guards in the NBA (53/39/89 in 2012) and also recorded the most assists in the league last season. This is a significant acquisition for the Lakers.

And really, I'm glad the Raptors weren't able to get him. Beyond making the rich corporate ownership more profitable, it wouldn't have accomplished anything more than a first round loss. With this, it's possible that Bryan Colangelo might even be fired (and that is a long time coming).

**The Bad Guy** · 07-04-2012, 09:20 PM

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Originally Posted by ChiefsCountry

I know for some its because of Peeler and Kareem Rush.

For me, it's I grew up loving Magic.

tk13 · 07-04-2012, 09:24 PM

If they can get Karl Malone = championship.

KC_Connection · 07-04-2012, 09:25 PM

I'll be interested to see how Kobe handles playing off the ball. Will make him a lot more efficient if he lets Nash play his game.

Toadkiller · 07-04-2012, 09:38 PM

Reports are that Kobe called Nash and told him that he needed him and that he couldnt do it alone. Love that Kobe did this. Now Bynum and MWP for Dwight and a shitty contract and we will be good to go.

lcarus · 07-04-2012, 09:46 PM

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Originally Posted by The Bad Guy

You're right, they do need some outside scoring.

I think Goudlock can provide some. I think they are also bringing in Grant Hill and he has an OK outside game.

I applaud Mitch again. Turned a disgruntled Lamar Odom and 3 draft picks into Steve Nash.

Eh, Grant Hill has only made 216 three pointers in his entire 17 year career and shot them at 31%. If they want an outside shooter, Hill isn't the guy at all. Rashard Lewis on the other hand...his game has declined tremendously since the NBA Finals with Orlando, but he can probably still camp around the 3-point line and knock them in.

mcaj22 · 07-04-2012, 10:04 PM

Shard Lewis is god awful.

lcarus · 07-04-2012, 10:06 PM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

Shard Lewis is god awful.

Yeah it's funny, after the Finals they suspended him for using PEDs, or what the league considered PEDs. After that he wasn't the same. Odd isn't it?

okcchief · 07-04-2012, 10:09 PM

It's a good move for the Lakers. They obviously want to get Kobe a solid shot to win before he's done. Age and injuries have to be a concern, but Nash will make Gasol and Bynum better. I don't think they necessarily have to move anyone now. They are right there with SA and OKC in the West. These big market teams are pulling out all the stops. It's going to be an interesting season in the NBA.

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okcchief MVP Join Date: Jul 2008 Casino cash: $9849890	It's a good move for the Lakers. They obviously want to get Kobe a solid shot to win before he's done. Age and injuries have to be a concern, but Nash will make Gasol and Bynum better. I don't think they necessarily have to move anyone now. They are right there with SA and OKC in the West. These big market teams are pulling out all the stops. It's going to be an interesting season in the NBA.
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