Lakers Forwards LeBron James & Jarred Vanderbilt Reunite at Louis Vuitton Fashion Show

More meet ups for James this offseason!
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The Lakers have some decisions to make this offseason on how they want to build their roster for next year. One of those decisions involves versatile forward Jarred Vanderbilt. Vanderbilt is on a team friendly contract for next season, with an option at just $4.6 millions so it's widely expected that the team will bring him back. 

The Lakers loved the hustle and heart from Vanderbilt after they acquired him at the trade deadline. He brought strong defensive ability and rebounding to the team, something they desperately needed. Vanderbilt and star LeBron James were recently spotted together at the Louis Vuitton Fashion Show. 

The two looked to be having a good time and one wonders if Vanderbilt knows what James is thinking in regards to his potential retirement. 

Vanderbilt was great for LA, averaging 7.2 points and 6.7 rebounds during his limited time. He was a mainstay in the rotation before being played off the court due to his limitations shooting the ball. He shot just 30.3 percent from three and will need to improve that average if he wants to make sure he doesn't get run off the court again this season. 

The Lakers could use all the cheap talent they can get with the new CBA deal coming through. It makes all the sense in the world for the Lakers to bring back Vanderbilt

LA has to make a choice on Vanderbilt soon and the rest of their roster. With the NBA Draft coming up, the team will give away their plans soon.


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Matt Levine
MATT LEVINE

Matt earned a Master of Science degree in Sport Management from Louisiana State University in 2021. He was born and raised in the Los Angeles area, covering all Southern California sports in his career.