Possible Implications of Pau Swap

In a great organization like LA Lakers, higher expectations awaits when every player comes in. Pau Gasol is not new on this type of feat.

Before the lockout-shortened season start, Lakers sent Gasol to Rockets in a 3-team swap to gain one of the best playmakers in the NBA named Chris Paul. But of course as we know, Commissioner David Stern is the antagonist in that deal. Many fans criticized the old man for making participation to this deal. Maybe because that time, the league owns New Orleans Hornets (Pelicans maybe for next season).

Now on this current season, some rumors killing the Spanish big man. Maybe because he is not suitable to the imposed system of Mike D' Antoni. Some will say he is soft. Some will mention the concern about the cap space of their favorite team.

In my humble opinion, if Gasol will sent to any team, obviously, Lakers will lose the two-tower combo with Dwight Howard. Dwight can solely lead the paint. The organization will loss a descent freethrow shooter and jumpshooter. They will loss a descent substitute if Howard ( i hope not) injures again.

On the other side, Lakers will have a least chance to make into the late first round of next year's draft via lottery. They are always trying pirate talents of medium and small market clubs during their longest run in the league. But this time, I think they will try at least in the moment.

As my conclusion, I hope Lakers fans will accept whatever the circumstances it is. Maybe trading Gasol is the key to get their ultimate goal. Right? Some will say No.