Chris Paul really played big this time, not a joke, he handed the trade application directly to the Warriors' office, as if to say: "I can still play, I want more than just sitting on the bench!" This scene is even more dramatic than a TV series. You say, how can a veteran who is like a fish in water on the pitch and once led the team to charge suddenly change teams?
Okay, then again, why did Chris Paul do that? Obviously, he's not resigned to his current role. At the Warriors, he went from being a core player to a mentor to the youngsters. Although it is also meaningful to pass on the experience, for a person like Chris Paul, who has a competitive spirit in his bones, he wants to prove on the court that "old boy" is still okay!
So, the Lakers saw the opportunity, as if they saw a treasure, and quickly extended an olive branch to Chris Paul. The Lakers' conditions are not simple, 50 million US dollars for three years, who is not impressed by this condition? More importantly, the Lakers also told him: "Come on, Chris, you are the piece of the puzzle we are missing!" Think about it, with LeBron James and Brother Thick Eyebrows as companions, if Chris Paul joins, won't the Lakers' strength go to the next level?
LeBron James naturally can't ask for this. In his opinion, Chris Paul is not only a veteran, but also a brain who can control the tempo of the game at key moments. LeBron couldn't help but praise Chris in an interview: "This guy, the intelligence on the field and the charisma of a leader off the court, are what any team can dream of." It can be seen that LeBron's expectations for Chris's joining are off the charts.
So, what kind of chemistry will Chris Paul have when he really joins the Lakers? Imagine that there are three high-IQ players on the court: LeBron's all-around, thick eyebrows' interior dominance, and Chris's organizational scheduling, isn't this a three-headed monster league? With such a Lakers team, we can expect them to shine in the next season, and it is not impossible to even hit the championship.
The current NBA is changing dizzyingly, and the status of the Warriors and Lakers in the league is also rising. The addition of Chris Paul will undoubtedly give the Lakers an edge in the competition in the West. And Chris Paul's basketball career, if he can add another championship trophy to the Lakers, what a perfect ending it will be!
However, having said that, no decision can only be good, there are always some risks and challenges. Chris Paul is experienced, but his age is not a small number. Whether he will be able to stay in top shape in high-intensity competition is an unknown one. In addition, although the chemistry of the Big Three is beautiful, the distribution of the ball, the tacit understanding on the field, etc., all need time to adjust and run-in.
Let's talk about the Lakers' tactical system. The addition of Chris Paul means that the Lakers' style of play may need to be adjusted accordingly. After all, each star has their own tactical environment and rules of the game, and how the coaching team can maximize the characteristics of the Big Three is a technical job. And the opponent will not sit still, they will definitely formulate targeted countermeasures, strengthen the defense, and try to weaken the Lakers' new roster advantage.
As for the audience, they are naturally gearing up, waiting to see a good show. After all, isn't the charm of the NBA in this kind of "star-studded, high-flying" matchup, and we should also believe that no matter what the outcome, Chris Paul's decision will bring us a wonderful basketball feast.
Finally, let's look to the future and assume that during Chris Paul's time with the Lakers, he will not only help the team win games, but also play the role of a veteran in the locker room, passing on his experience and basketball wisdom. It would be a priceless asset for the Lakers.
In any case, this transfer drama about Chris Paul is definitely worth our continued attention. After all, in this world of unstable basketball, every decision can change history. Let's wait and see what surprises Chris Paul and the Lakers will bring.