i'm sorry Hal, but i have to disagree with you. (politely of course) i feel that the reason why the lakers sucked so much this last year is because they went away from the whole idea that won them the last three championships: give shaq the ball. they got two more all stars on the team, and each one had to get their touches, and as a result, the quality of shaq's play diminished. whenever shaq did get the ball, it was business as usual: back himself up to the basket, and throw it down.
i don't think the lakers are going to be contenders next year. i also don't think they are going to be able to sign Kobe. but, we'll see. it should definitely make for an interesting season.
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