But at the end of the day, it all comes down to money. So how will the Lakers, who have by far and away the largest payroll in basketball, cope with a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA)?
Can the Lakers trade for that big superstar? Who are we stuck with and for how much?
Put on that Mitch Kupchak general manager hat, Laker fans. Here's what we're dealing with when the NBA lockout is lifted.
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Article Source: Bleacher Report - Los Angeles Lakers