Why 2020 Lakers Champs' Signings With Other Teams Doesn't Preclude LA Returns
As training camp gets started here soon, the Los Angeles Lakers remain with one open roster spot. They have signaled that they will keep it open to promote flexibility throughout the season, just in case a player they really like becomes available.
In recent years, LA has shown a pattern and willingness to bring back players from the past. And that could still be the case, especially if one they believe can help them becomes available.
Well, two members from the 2020 title team are on non-guaranteed deals with their respective teams entering the year. Guard Danny Green signed with the Philadelphia 76ers and Markieff Morris signed with the Dallas Mavericks.
But due to their deals, it doesn’t preclude them possibly returning to LA later in this season.
“The NBA’s league-wide guarantee date is January 10. If he’s not waived by January 7 (in order to clear waivers before Jan. 10), Green will earn his full $3.2MM salary.”
Between the two, Morris may be more likely to return to the team. The Lakers have a ton of guards, and Green is also older. Morris could bring toughness and shooting to the table, making him a decent option if he were to be let go by the Mavericks.
“Markieff Morris‘ new contract with the Mavericks is a one-year, minimum-salary deal that is partially guaranteed, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype, who tweets that Morris received a $200K guarantee.”
In all likelihood, neither one of them will return to the Lakers, but it is fun to think about. They were both key pieces to the Lakers title run a few years ago, and they remain in the good graces of the Lakers fans.
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