NBA Free Agency: 8 bold predictions, headlined by LeBron's new team

NBA Free Agency: 8 bold predictions, headlined by LeBron’s new team

CLEVELAND, OH - JUNE 08: LeBron James #23 of the Cleveland Cavaliers reacts against the Golden State Warriors during Game Four of the 2018 NBA Finals at Quicken Loans Arena on June 8, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Justin K. Aller/Getty Images) /

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LOS ANGELES, CA – FEBRUARY 26: Kawhi Leonard #2 of the San Antonio Spurs drives to the basket as he gets past Brandon Ingram #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers in the second half of the game at Staples Center on February 26, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. Spurs won 119-98. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Jayne Kamin-Oncea/Getty Images) /

Kawhi gets traded to LA…eventually

The way the narrative has evolved over the last few months, I find it hard to believe that the relationship between Kawhi Leonard and the San Antonio Spurs can be repaired. Thus, he will get moved – sooner rather than later – and it will likely be to the Los Angeles Lakers.

He wants to be in LA, and if LeBron signs there – as I believe he will – he will apply the pressure on Los Angeles to strike a deal for Kawhi. Even though it will hurt, and almost exhaust all the team’s remaining assets on the roster, the Lakers will make it happen.

How could the Lakers blow this summer? It’s almost impossible. There’s no way they can screw this up and live with themselves.

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