Lakers’ Avery Bradley Teases Opt-Out Decision

Avery Bradley decided to opt-out of the season return in Orlando. The Los Angeles Lakers had to replace him, hoping to see him back on the floor in 2020-21. The veteran’s recent move has triggered an avalanche of reactions, and Shams Charania of The Athletic has more info.

According to Charania, Bradley has changed agents. He may play to decline his $5 million player option. The Lakers veteran told Charania he is changing agents and signing with Charles Briscoe. To make things any clearer, we have to remind everyone that Briscoe represents Dwight Howard.

Bradley didn’t join his teammates inside the Orlando bubble, but he did earn a ring. The veteran focused on player safety and social justice. Lakers General Manager Rob Pelinka revealed that Bradley will get his championship ring.

The Lakers missed Bradley’s backcourt defense and shooting in the first couple of games in Orlando. He shot 36.4 percent from beyond the arc on 3.5 attempts per game with the Lakers in the regular season. He and Danny Green had individual roles as 3-and-D players.

LA needed more power in the shooting department. Rajon Rondo missed some time on the floor, and the Lakers lacked backcourt depth.

Lakers to replace Avery Bradley

The Lakers front office will try to create the perfect roster this offseason. Rondo returned to Orlando, but he is expected to become an unrestricted free agent. A lot of teams are interested in the talented veteran despite his age. If Bradley decided to sign with another team, the Lakers will lack power in the backcourt. This will affect the team’s decisions this offseason.

Changing an agent almost often indicates a change in teams. Bradley will definitely check out the open market before making his final decision. He had a great time with the Los Angeles Lakers. Maybe other NBA teams would offer him a bigger deal.

LA is about to make some serious roster changes. Getting a third superstar behind LeBron James and Anthony Davis is a priority right now. Chris Paul, Ibaka, and a few other players may join the Lakers in the offseason.