Welcome Isaac Bonga
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, Jul 06 2018 11:49 AM
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 11:51 AM
Didn't make a thread on him earlier because figured he would just be a draft and stash but turns out he will be on the lakers and they have been scouting him for a long time.
The Lakers obviously couldn't negotiate with Isaac Bonga until the trade was official. As I understand it, they intend to sign him (instead of stash overseas) but that's not something they could get to discussing til now
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Lakers were obviously super high on Bonga. They shut him down VERY early in the process after bringing him in for a workout, and traded Chicago's 2019 2nd rounder to make sure they got him (also had #47). Bonga didn't work out for any other team, and didn't send out his medicals.
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 12:12 PM
I’m assuming he’ll have a press conference since he is being touted as an intriguing prospect.
But will he have his own or share the publicity amongst the free agents signed?
I just want to know when.
But will he have his own or share the publicity amongst the free agents signed?
I just want to know when.
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 12:32 PM
Wish there was a way now that lakers could bring back Mbenga
Mbenga & Bonga
Excited for 1. Lebron! (Still love me some Kobe, but damn this guy is amazing) 2. Another big get (Whether in FA or in a trade we need some attractions and closers) 3. Young Guys making big jump (Assuming we have anyone left after more necessary moves either genius ones or in desperation).
READY FOR SEASON!!!
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 03:14 PM
Official: Lakers sign 39th overall pick Isaac Bonga @IsaacBonga99 is expected to join #LakersSummer in Las Vegas for their opening contest vs Philadelphia, Saturday at 8:30pm PT
Excited to see him play.
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 04:21 PM
Welcome kid 👍 Will be watching Las Vegas SL
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 04:27 PM
I legit dont know who this even is...I'm slowly getting less attached to this team. Same with my chargers.
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 06:49 PM
Gotta have some attachment before you can have less lol
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 06:56 PM
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 07:07 PM
Wanted him to be a laker and now we got him. Welcome aboard!
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 07:21 PM
He has some skills but seems more guard like at this point, good luck to ya young man!
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 07:22 PM
Ha Chargers this is a Raiders town and Rams who are very happy mpressive to date
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 08:14 PM
I legit dont know who this even is...I'm slowly getting less attached to this team. Same with my chargers.
One thing we can agree on is the Lakers have GREAT scouts. If they are this high on him, I'm sold. Their recent track record is pretty good, no? Just give him a chance. If he sucks, I'll be right there with you with 2 bags of tomatoes!
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 10:13 PM
One thing we can agree on is the Lakers have GREAT scouts. If they are this high on him, I'm sold. Their recent track record is pretty good, no? Just give him a chance. If he sucks, I'll be right there with you with 2 bags of tomatoes!
Agree with this. I werent sold on Kuzma last year either.
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 10:32 PM
Excited about him he’s like 18 and a 6-9 guard. I wanna see why they love him so much
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 10:47 PM
Could still be growing...
If these rookies can be nba players lets say Wagner is this year's Kuzma in some respect. A top 5ish rookie campaign and the other kid can be a notable rookie like Josh Hart and Issac simply looks like he can belong with flashes of young Shaun Livingston... it adds to the potential trade pieces.
We need these guys and Zubac to look appealing... might sneak up on an All Star
If these rookies can be nba players lets say Wagner is this year's Kuzma in some respect. A top 5ish rookie campaign and the other kid can be a notable rookie like Josh Hart and Issac simply looks like he can belong with flashes of young Shaun Livingston... it adds to the potential trade pieces.
We need these guys and Zubac to look appealing... might sneak up on an All Star
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Posted July 06, 2018 - 11:32 PM
Agree with this. I werent sold on Kuzma last year either.
I liked Kuzma coming out...I didn't think he'd drop that far. His stock was kinda all over the place.
If the Lakers like Bonga, I'm sure there are a lot of other teams that are kicking themselves for not taking him...
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Posted July 07, 2018 - 12:28 AM
I liked Kuzma coming out...I didn't think he'd drop that far. His stock was kinda all over the place.
If the Lakers like Bonga, I'm sure there are a lot of other teams that are kicking themselves for not taking him...
I think most had him going early to mid 2nd round. Didnt think we would draft him based on having Julius and Nance. But you have to give them credit for realizing that Kuz's mediocre college numbers and play was a fluke.
Bonga seems like solid 2nd round gamble.
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Posted July 07, 2018 - 04:19 AM
I liked Kuzma coming out...I didn't think he'd drop that far. His stock was kinda all over the place.
If the Lakers like Bonga, I'm sure there are a lot of other teams that are kicking themselves for not taking him...
OMG
I missed this.
When did Kuzma come out?
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READY FOR SEASON!!!
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Posted July 07, 2018 - 06:22 AM
I have Lakers paying Isaac Bonga $1 mil for 2018-19, $1.4 mil for 2019-20 - both guaranteed. Third year isn't fully guaranteed at $1.7 mil (TBD) - considering how the Lakers are hoarding cap space, this tells you how much they value Bonga @BBallInsiders
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