NBA Insider Says Lakers Are 'in the Lead' to Sign Kawhi Leonard in Wild NBA Free Agency Twist
By Thomas Carannante
It's starting to truly get insane.
We've heard a number of twists and turns to expect once NBA free agency officially begins at 6 p.m., but this latest buzz suggests the league's next new dominant superteam is about to form.
The Los Angeles Lakers are reportedly in the lead to sign Kawhi Leonard.
Hearing strong rumblings that KD headed to Brooklyn & Lakers in lead for Kawhi
— Chris Broussard (@Chris_Broussard) June 30, 2019
They'll need him if they want to win it all next year.
Kawhi is “Lakers to lose,” I’m told. Not done deal yet, but Lakers are his top choice.
— Chris Broussard (@Chris_Broussard) June 30, 2019
However, this should be taken with a grain of salt. Chris Broussard is definitely an NBA insider, but we know his past with not being the most trustworthy source. In other words, he's no Woj.
Then again, this has been speculated for some time. Although the Lakers are still a bit short financially in terms of being able to dish out a true max deal, it's hard to believe a superstar player wouldn't be willing to play alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis for about a $3 million pay cut even if Rob Pelinka and Co. can't clear the rest of the needed space.
Come on, there's already a mural for the guy in LA. Isn't that enough for you people to understand this is happening?!
EDM Producer Steve Aoki personally offers Kawhi free pizza for life if he signs with the Lakers ? pic.twitter.com/VSHaTXkdML
— ShowtimeForum (@ShowtimeForum) June 30, 2019
Keep calm, NBA fans. We're not too far off from knowing the official news.