Shaq Theres a gentleman across the hall who is a born laker. He was general manager when I was there and I would like to see him get that job. Gentleman by the name of Jerry West. If theres anyone who can bring the franchise back to where it was it

James Worthy is fired up postgame Historically The Lakers have had clutch players Kareem with the sky hook Magic with his play Kobe Shaq But I don't think we've ever had one as consistent and dominant as Luka Doncic

Rob Pelinka We're still going through that process of what additions we'll make to our front office There will be some positive changes and we'll build things out led by me and Jeanie and with Mark's support

Shaq on the Lakers needing to intentionally miss FTs to force the game into overtime If you have to rely on that you're not going to win and not being a contender I'm used to playing for coaches who wouldn't be happy with that game

Mannix The Lakers believe they can succeed with a backcourt of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves if they can get the right type of players in the front court They are looking to build a Dallas 20 type roster similar to what Luka had when he went to the NBA Finals

Tim MacMahon I know what the ramping speculation is around the league this summer there's gonna be a reunion and potentially a retirement tour for the ages back home again with the Cleveland Cavaliers next year

PTFO Former Miami Marlins president David Samson doubts the claim that Lawrence Franks extension was Ballmer hush money There is loyalty between owners and GMs That can happen There are teams that keep their GMs when you have losing seasons We did Many times