It is not easy for the Los Angeles Lakers to build up their full power ahead of the upcoming 2024-2025 season.
According to Mike Bresnerhan of Spectrum Sportsnet, the Lakers' Jared Vanderbilt (203 cm, 97 kg) may not be able to participate in this training camp.
Vanderbilt got off to a late start to the season with a heel injury last season as well. He signed a four-year, $48 million extension prior to last season, but the injury has not completely covered the season. Above all, his physical condition has not changed due to injury-related issues during the season.
The problem is that there is a possibility that the start will be delayed again due to injuries. The situation is not just bad, but it is regrettable that he may not be able to play camp with any other player. Moreover, considering his performance last season, the Lakers can build a more solid power only when he is at full strength this time. However, it is natural that the start is delayed again this time.
Last season, he played in only 29 games. He played 20 minutes per game, scoring 5.2 points (.518.296.67) with 4.8 rebounds and 1.2 assists and 1.2 steals. He still played defense games compared to games, but his overall performance was not as good as before. Worse yet, he suffered a right foot injury during this season, and will not be able to play as a starting player for the rest of the season. As a result, he had to end the season early.
Although he finished the season early last season, his preparation to play in the upcoming season is fatal. Moreover, it is true that the Lakers are somewhat disappointed in their mobility and defense. The first-line defense is quite weak, and except for Anthony Davis, there is no one who can defend well in the second line. His absence, which can defend both guards and forwards and can increase mobility, will inevitably come a long way.
For the record, the Lakers suffered from injuries throughout the last season. Not only Vanderbilt who gave him an extension contract but also Gabe Vincent, who was ambitiously brought in, suffered injuries and were not in full swing. It was difficult to build major forces, and it was inevitable that there was a setback in hiring players to establish tactics. The part where Vanderbilt is not able to play in time again this time is when he repeats his regret from last season.
The remaining contracts are also key. The extended contract that the Lakers gave Vanderbilt will take effect immediately from next season. At $12 million per year, the salary is not much, but the contract is long. There is even a player option in the last year of the contract. If he exercises his options, his contract expires in as many as 2027-2028 seasons. Now in his mid-20s, it's not a dangerous contract, but it's a shame as it is.
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