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- Lakers retain LeBron James and Max Christie, with James taking a pay cut.
- Anthony Davis and LeBron James gear up for the 2024 Olympics with Team USA.
- Davis highlights Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent as crucial to the Lakers’ success.
- Davis remains unfazed by JJ Redick’s All-Defense ballot snub.
Lakers’ Offseason Moves and Anthony Davis’ Outlook
The Los Angeles Lakers have made strategic moves in the NBA free agency, focusing on retaining key players like LeBron James, who accepted a lower contract to aid the team’s financial flexibility. Max Christie also re-signed, bolstering the Lakers’ roster.
As the 2024-25 NBA season approaches, stars Anthony Davis and LeBron James are also preparing for the 2024 Olympics in Paris, aiming to secure another gold medal for Team USA. During a recent practice, Davis expressed the importance of injured players Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent, praising their contributions and lamenting their absence during the playoffs.
Despite concerns about the Lakers’ current roster’s ability to compete for a championship, Davis remains optimistic. He also appears unaffected by coach JJ Redick’s decision to exclude him from the All-Defense ballot, ready to focus on the upcoming season and the team’s success.
