Trade & FA 2023-24: Stein-Ingram Trade Inevitable| LAL Want Lebron Back On Any Terms

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Put me in the camp of “yes” for Siakam if the price is right and we get the signal he will re-sign in the 40m range. I like what Dan mentioned about him also being a good small ball 5 option, especially in the playoffs. 

Jerami Grant is where the scouting and personal connection part of the league would come into play. I know he is well-liked as a person. But how is he viewed as a competitor. I’ve watched him since college and my impression is he’s a nice guy, everything has always come easily to him. He has put in the work to improve as a shooter. His contract runs to 2027-2028 (age 33) and increases each season to 36m. I like that he shoots well from the corner. He certainly has the athleticism to guard 3/4 and can also play a smidge of small ball 5. Just need larger guys around him in that case. 

Does anyone think 2027 unprotected for Jerami gets it done? No Green, Omax or Hardy. Would we be re-routing THJ in this scenario? Or try to do it with other contracts.

Also wanted to add that Jerami Grant or Siakam raise our skill level and athleticism at the same time. I know everyone poo-poo’s the need for better offensive players, but having guys that can shoot, get to the hoop off the bounce AND switch in defense is hugely important in the playoffs. 

The more I think about it, price and contracts (and shooting) included, the more I like Jerami Grants fit.