LeBron: 'I will be as active as I need to be' during Lakers' offseason
The 2019 NBA free agent class is full of stars who could be on the move.
Los Angeles, where both the Lakers and Clippers have the salary cap space to sign a player to a max contract, is one potential landing spot.
The Lakers are optimistic that LeBron James’ presence will provide them with an advantage when recruitment starts on July 1. LeBron is prepared to assist the team in whatever way necessary.
“I’ve never played fantasy basketball,” James told Howard Beck of Bleacher Report. “But I will be as active as I need to be for this franchise to get better. That’s why I came here. I came here to win. And obviously, we need to get better, as far as our personnel. We have an opportunity to get better. And there’s a lot of talent out there, and a lot of guys that can help our franchise. So I’ll be as active as I need to be for us to get better and go from there.”
After failing to reach the playoffs in LeBron’s inaugural season in L.A., the forthcoming season has gained more importance for both the team and LeBron. He will celebrate his 35th birthday in December.
“This summer is crucial for me,” James explained to Beck. “Clearly, the franchise will continue indefinitely. However, on a personal level, this is extremely critical as I want to be competitive and I want that to start now.”
Numerous players will be available who could assist LeBron and the Lakers in becoming title contenders.
However, there will also be substantial competition from other teams seeking a star player, such as the Clippers, New York Knicks, and Brooklyn Nets.
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