Standing out in the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-lakers-are-a-realistic-destination-for-kevin-durant-claims-analyst-20220804-0003.html" target="_blank">NBA</a> isn't for everybody. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/The-15-Greatest-NBA-Players-of-All-Time-20200329-0002.html" target="_blank">best hoopers</a> on Earth collide in the Association to try and lead their teams to the top, so it takes a special kind of talent to be among the league's <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/lebron-james-demar-derozan-among-the-nba-all-stars-who-have-played-in-the-drew-league-20220717-0025.html" target="_blank">perennial All-Stars.</a> 
That handful of players is often rewarded with big contracts. In the best-case Scenario, they get paid according to their contributions, but there are always those who make a ton of money, but fail to lead their teams to the top. 
That's why today, we're going to take a look at the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/james-harden-and-3-former-nba-stars-who-are-washed-20220513-0013.html" target="_blank">three superstars</a> that should be under the most pressure next season. They need to deliver and show why their team spent all that cash on them. 
<h2>NBA News: The 3 Stars Under The Most Pressure Next Season</h2> 
<h3>3. James Harden</h3> 
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For the first time in his career, it looks like James Harden is 100% committed and real about winning. He took a big pay cut so the Philadelphia 76ers could make some moves, and he's been working hard in the off-season. 
Harden is coming off a down year by his standards. His legacy is once again on the line, and he needs to step forward in the playoffs once and for all. If not, he'll go down as just another great regular-season player. 
<h3>2. Bradley Beal</h3> 
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Bradley Beal always talks about winning and pursuing a ring, yet he's failed to turn the Washington Wizards into a perennial playoff team. He was often linked with trade moves, but he always decided to stay loyal to the franchise. 
But that loyalty was well rewarded. Beal signed a five-year, $251 million contract. The franchise made a substantial financial commitment to him, so he better put up video game-like numbers to live up to that. 
<h3>1. Anthony Davis</h3> 
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No one can deny Anthony Davis' impact on both ends of the floor, but he continues to struggle to stay healthy. His critics call him out for alleged poor off-season preparation and not taking proper care of his body. 
When healthy, Davis can turn the Los Angeles Lakers into a legit contender. He was key in their 2020 championship run, and they just can't afford to have him on street clothes for half of the season.&nbsp;

NBA News: James Harden and the superstars under the most pressure next season

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The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-lebron-james-condition-to-re-sign-with-the-lakers-revealed-20220728-0005.html" target="_blank">Los Angeles Lakers</a> swung for the fences and landed a third All-Star to pair with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-cavs-would-only-want-lebron-james-back-on-one-condition-20220803-0040.html" target="_blank">LeBron James</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-news-darvin-ham-says-anthony-davis-not-lebron-james-is-the-most-important-laker-20220721-0005.html" target="_blank">Anthony Davis</a>. But what could've been a grand slam ended up being an embarrassing strikeout at the bottom of the ninth. 
Russell Westbrook's tenure in Los Angeles will go down in infamy. He went back and forth with the media, the fans, the coaching staff&nbsp;and Frank Vogel, and was far from a favorite at Crypto.com Arena. 
Unsurprisingly, the Lakers have been trying to trade him and his $47 million contract, to no avail. Nonetheless, Andy Bailey of Bleacher Report still believes he could be a trade chip in a potential deal for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/unhappy-kevin-durant-will-face-nets-ownership-this-week-20220803-0009.html" target="_blank">Kevin Durant,</a> as long as they also include Anthony Davis. 
<h2>NBA Rumors: Lakers Could Land Kevin Durant In Trade For Anthony Davis</h2> 
(Transcript via Bleacher Report) 
"The Los Angeles Lakers have seemingly been after Kyrie Irving since before he opted into the final year of his current deal, but one league insider suggested something bigger to Bleacher Report's Eric Pincus. 
'Kyrie is the move,' the insider said. 'They should offer [Anthony] Davis with [Russell] Westbrook. Try and get Kevin Durant. KD for AD and a pick is as close as [the Nets] will get to what they want.' 
Davis is four years younger, but his injury history isn't much more encouraging than Durant's. And as LeBron James edges closer to retirement, the move should be surrounding him with more shooting. 
He won a title with AD, but the current Lakers' roster is a crowded mess. Davis and Westbrook can't spread the floor, and LeBron could use a little extra space inside as he loses a half-step or two in his twilight years. 
The title window for a team with LeBron and Durant wouldn't be open for too long, but it would be wide open. Assuming availability (a big assumption, for sure), an offense with LeBron operating in the middle of the floor and flanked by Durant and Irving would be a nightmare." 
 
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Of course, the Nets have no actual incentive to make this trade. This could only happen if Durant threatens to sit out unless he's traded, and even there, some teams could offer a better trade package. But hey, we've seen crazier things happen.

NBA Rumors: Lakers are a 'realistic' destination for Kevin Durant, claims analyst

The Los Angeles Lakers had a disappointing perfomance in the 2021-22 NBA Season. <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-this-could-be-lebron-james-final-season-in-l.a.-20220721-0004.html" target="_blank">LeBron James</a> gave it all to a team that was falling apart. While <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-news-darvin-ham-says-anthony-davis-not-lebron-james-is-the-most-important-laker-20220721-0005.html" target="_blank">Anthony Davis</a> was bouncing back-and-forth with injuries and to top it all off <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-russell-westbrook-impasse-with-los-angeles-lakers-according-to-brian-windhorst-20220723-0028.html" target="_blank">Russell Westbrook</a> had one of his worst perfomances&nbsp;of his career.&nbsp; 
The Lakers didn't make it to the NBA players nor even the Play-In Tournament. Which started a lot of questions inside and outside the lockeroom. Therefore, Darvin Ham was appointed as the new Lakers' head coach. When the NBA Summer League started, Westbrook was seen&nbsp;very far away from his Lakers' teammate LeBron James. Which started some rumors about their future as a team. 
Since then, the rumors have started to spread about Westbrook being the player assigned to leave for a trade for Kyrie Irving. However, this deal&nbsp;hasn't even closed yet. But, a player who was inside that locker room last seaso talk about what holds for the&nbsp;LA&nbsp;Big Three's future in the upcoming NBA Season. 
<h2>Former Laker's player thinks LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook will work out&nbsp;</h2> 
Malik Monk talked to TMZ Sports about what he thinks of his former teammates LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook and the whole commitment issue situation in the Los Angeles Lakers. He answered, "Of course, the 2021-22 season was a mess for the Lakers -- they missed the playoffs as AD missed a ton of games due to injury ... and Russ' production was a serious issue." 
However, he thinks "Especially when they have convos like that, it&rsquo;ll work out for them. They all great.", he added. Also he said that "LeBron had a big part of everything,&nbsp;he had a big part in me coming to L.A". This because last season was Monk's best season in his career.&nbsp; 
The Jonsboro-born player&nbsp;averaged 13&nbsp;points, 3&nbsp;rebounds and 2 assists in 76 games in the 2021-22 NBA Season. Which was his 5th season as an NBA player, and what ended up being his ticket to a&nbsp;2-year-deal worth&nbsp;$19 million-dollars&nbsp;with the Sacramento Kings for the upcoming season. 
 
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Former Lakers' player thinks LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook will work out

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<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-news-russell-westbrook-is-a-lost-cause-for-the-lakers-claims-espn-insider-20220713-0013.html" target="_blank">Russell Westbrook</a> is in an awkward position right now. Coach <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/lakers-news-darvin-ham-believes-russell-westbrook-will-prove-doubters-wrong-20220707-0028.html" target="_blank">Darvin Ham</a> wants him around, but it seems like his teammates aren't as excited. LeBron James is reportedly pushing for a reunion with <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-nets-turn-down-lakers-offer-for-kyrie-irving-hit-them-with-counter-offer-20220715-0007.html" target="_blank">Kyrie Irving</a>, and that's got to take a toll on their chemistry. 
Westbrook fired his agent after he urged him to embrace a lesser role with the Los Angeles Lakers rather than pursue a trade. That's also a clear sign that he's not happy in L.A. and would rather have a fresh start somewhere else. 
Also, reports of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-tension-growing-between-lebron-james-and-russell-westbrook-20220718-0007.html" target="_blank">tension between him and LeBron</a> during Summer League games surfaced, further complicating the situation. That's why both James and Anthony Davis decided to take action to try and make amends. 
<h2>NBA News: LeBron James, Anthony Davis Reach Out To Russell Westbrook</h2> 
(Transcript via Chris Haynes) 
"The Los Angeles Lakers&rsquo; Big 3 of LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook huddled up on a phone conversation the first weekend of NBA Summer League in Las Vegas with each expressing their commitment to one another and vowing to make it work, league sources told Yahoo Sports. 
While the uncertainty of Westbrook&rsquo;s future with the Lakers remains, the conversation was organized to make sure all three were on the same page as long as they&rsquo;re joined together in their pursuit of a championship, sources said." 
 
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The Lakers are still trying to swap Westbrook for Kyrie, yet they refuse to include multiple draft picks in any potential deal. So, they need to make sure they can still make things work together if they're unable to move him. 
The situation is far from ideal, clearly. But Westbrook also needs to be at his best if he wants to drive his trade value up. He'll be a free agent at the end of the season and unlikely to sign a long-term contract ever again, so this might be his final shot to silence his critics. 
 
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NBA Rumors: LeBron James, Anthony Davis, Russell Westbrook make huge commitment ahead of next season

It's been a while since the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/mike-dantoni-tells-the-story-of-how-the-knicks-almost-get-stephen-curry-20220413-0013.html" target="_blank">New York Knicks</a> were a force in the Eastern Conference. They haven't won an <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-finals-all-nba-champions-by-year-20210701-0003.html" target="_blank">NBA championship</a> since 1973 and have lacked true star power since <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/carmelo-anthony-admits-he-nearly-turns-down-lebron-james-and-the-lakers-20210916-0004.html" target="_blank">Carmelo Anthony</a> left the building. 
With that in mind, Leon Rose is set to swing for the fences and look for a marquee name&nbsp;in the offseason. The free-agent market isn't that deep but there could be multiple veterans up for grabs via trade.&nbsp; 
The Knicks have enough assets to at least make other teams pick up the phone and listen to their offers. That's why today, we'll take a look at the 3 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/kyrie-irving-reveals-he-and-kevin-durant-nearly-signed-with-the-knicks-20220412-0012.html" target="_blank">All-Stars</a> they could realistically target in a trade, from the least to the most likely. 
<h2>NBA Trade Rumors: 3 All-Stars The Knicks Could Target This Offseason</h2> 
<h3>3. Anthony Davis</h3> 
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Magic Johnson hinted at the possibility of the Los Angeles Lakers exploring the trade market for Anthony Davis. While undeniably one of the best two-way players in the game, his history with injuries could prompt Rob Pelinka to make a move, especially if a team has an interesting offer on the table. 
The Knicks have swung and missed with big-name players for years but they could still find a way to keep R.J. Barrett and land A.D. That would make them a prime destination for other dominoes to fall in free agency. That, assuming the Lakers are indeed considering parting ways with him. 
<h3>2. Nikola Vucevic</h3> 
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Nikola Vucevic was great in his first season with the Chicago Bulls but not so much in the second. His offensive contributions are always welcome but he doesn't seem like a good fit on a team desperately craving rim protection. For that reason alone, Arturas Karnisovas could consider moving on from him. 
The Knicks are likely to lose Mitchell Robinson in free agency, so they could try and work on a sign-and-trade to send him to Chicago. The Bulls would get the rim protector they need and the Knicks would have a double-double threat who can stretch their offense. Also, having Vucevic around could allow them to explore trading Julius Randle. 
<h3>1. Donovan Mitchell</h3> 
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The Utah Jazz could blow their roster up if they fail to advance in the playoffs. Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert don't mesh well together, and the Knicks have reportedly made him their top priority for the offseason. Leon Rose used to be his agent and he's&nbsp;a New York native, so the ties to the organization are obvious. 
Mitchell hasn't hidden his frustration for the Jazz's lack of playoff success. He would have the green light to take as many shots as he wants at Madison Square Garden, and the Knicks have enough assets to get a deal done. Both teams need to reshape their roster to be legit contenders and they could help each other out.

NBA Trade Rumors: Donovan Mitchell and 3 All-Star the Knicks could target

Well, it's over. It's finally over. The 2012-22 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-3-moves-lakers-need-to-do-to-fix-this-mess-20220401-0014.html" target="_blank">Los Angeles Lakers</a> season will be nothing but a distant memory and a big stain on the franchise's successful history. Now, it's time for <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/lebron-james-reveals-which-was-the-worst-year-of-his-career-20220407-0007.html" target="_blank">LeBron James</a> and <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/lakers-news-anthony-davis-reacts-to-the-trade-rumors-after-poor-nba-season-20220407-0033.html" target="_blank">Anthony Davis</a> to get back to full strength. 
The Lakers enter the offseason with more questions than answers. Fixing their roster will be a tough task with limited cap space and little-to-none draft assets. Even so, the first thing they need to address is clear as day. 
<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-lakers-suspected-something-was-wrong-with-russell-westbrook-20220408-0031.html" target="_blank">Russell Westbrook's</a> mammoth contract will continue to hold them back and limit their flexibility next season. Moreover, it seems like Davis wasn't too pleased with his reluctance to make adjustments. 
<h2>Anthony Davis On Russell Westbrook: 'Everybody Had To Make Sacrifices'</h2> 
"People see things when Russ was in OKC and D.C. and how he played," Davis said, per ESPN. "Two totally different teams -- well, three totally different teams. Russ, how he was in OKC, having triple-doubles we necessarily didn't need that this year. Same way he played in D.C.: Brad Beal was out, so it was only Russ and they put guys around him. We didn't need that Russ." 
"So everybody -- when I got here, I didn't play the same way I played with Bron," Davis continued.&nbsp;"Bron had to change, everybody had to change. Everybody had to make sacrifices. It was tough for him (Westbrook) to adjust to that." 
 
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<h2>Davis Says He And LeBron Can Still Win Another Ring</h2> 
Davis also claimed that he and LeBron have already proved that they can win a championship together, pretty much snubbing Westbrook from the equation. For him, it's all about getting that mindset back and staying healthy: 
"I think us two can. We've shown that we can," Davis added.&nbsp;"I don't know that's something we just have to reevaluate in the offseason, upstairs, me and him talking about this season and what we would like to see next season and kind of just figure it out. ... [We will] come together as a group ... to get back to championship mentality that we had our first year." 
"So that would be a very interesting conversation just from the standpoint of what changed," he added. "I mean, injuries, but even when we were healthy, I don't think we were able to reach our full potential -- for whatever reason. So I think we want to figure it out and just get back to that championship pedigree that us as players know we're capable of." 
Blaming Westbrook for the Lakers' failure isn't fair. He was one of many things that failed and no one, not even LeBron should be safe from criticism this time. But more than looking at the past, they need to put together a plan to make the most of the final year of James' contract. 
 
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Anthony Davis takes a shot at Russell Westbrook, says he and LeBron don't need him

Only a few could have predicted <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/lebron-james-lakers-eliminated-from-playoff-contention-funniest-memes-and-reactions-20220406-0004.html" target="_blank">how bad the 2021-22 NBA season</a> would eventually go for the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/magic-johnson-rips-the-los-angeles-lakers-says-theres-no-excuse-for-this-20220406-0005.html" target="_blank">Los Angeles Lakers</a>. On paper, they had a powerful roster and were expected to fight for the championship. 
However, the Purple and Gold not only have failed to qualify directly for the playoffs but they will not play in the postseason at all, which is why the front office is expected to make <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/russell-westbrook-gets-brutally-honest-on-his-future-with-the-lakers-20220406-0006.html" target="_blank">big decisions</a> in the summer. 
The critics are falling on everyone, even on LeBron James. So <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/anthony-davis-explains-what-went-wrong-with-the-los-angeles-lakers-20220404-0009.html" target="_blank">Anthony Davis</a>, who missed&nbsp;big part of the season due to injury, has inevitably <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumos-magic-johnson-urges-lakers-to-trade-anthony-davis-20220405-0011.html" target="_blank">been blamed</a> for the disappointing campaign and was even subject of <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-lakers-will-explore-trades-for-anthony-davis-20220330-0006.html" target="_blank">trade rumors</a> lately. 
<h2>NBA Rumors: Anthony Davis knows nothing about a potential trade&nbsp;</h2> 
"I can't control those things," AD told Dave McMenamin of ESPN following the Lakers' loss to the Suns that ended their play-in tournament aspirations. "That's an upstairs thing. A Klutch, Rich Paul thing. My agency. 
"I mean, my job is to go out and play basketball. Obviously I love it in L.A. If that's something that they're considering, then we'll have a conversation about it. I don't know what they're talking about, what's the plan. I mean, I don't think they're planning on doing anything [with me].&rdquo; 
<h2>Anthony Davis doesn&rsquo;t take blame for the injuries, says it could have been worse</h2> 
"I had no injuries this year where it was, 'Damn, that's AD's fault,'" Davis said. "Someone falls into my leg, sprains my MCL. The same exact thing [Kevin Durant] had.&nbsp;The good thing is, what people don't know, is that the doctors actually told me that you're lucky. Our team doctor said if you weren't doing the work that you were supposed to be doing this summer, both could have been worse.&rdquo; 
Apart from that, there are no positive takeaways for Anthony Davis nor the Lakers this season. They were expected to make a run at the title, yet they have not even made it to the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/whats-the-difference-between-the-nba-play-in-tournament-and-the-playoffs-20220406-0034.html" target="_blank">play-in</a>. Whether it&rsquo;s with AD or not, the Lakers must do a lot of work in the offseason to come back stronger next year. 
 
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Lakers news: Anthony Davis reacts to the trade rumors after poor NBA season

The 2021-22 <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-3-moves-lakers-need-to-do-to-fix-this-mess-20220401-0014.html" target="_blank">Los Angeles Lakers</a> will go down as one of the biggest disappointments in NBA history. The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/kareem-abdul-jabbar-says-lebron-james-should-be-embarrassed-by-some-of-his-actions-20220404-0006.html" target="_blank">LeBron James</a>-Anthoy Davis-<a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/damian-lillard-gets-brutally-honest-on-russell-westbrooks-career-20220329-0010.html" target="_blank">Russell Westbrook</a> Big 3 was a failure the size of&nbsp;the Crypto.com Arena. 
Davis and James urged Rob Pelinka not to trade for Buddy Hield and pursue Westbrook instead. They filled the remaining roster spots with aging veterans and former Lakers but it never panned out. 
Now, the Lakers are at serious risk of not even making the playoffs, finishing the season way below .500. But even despite their lacking efforts on both ends of the floor, <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-lakers-will-explore-trades-for-anthony-davis-20220330-0006.html" target="_blank">Anthony Davis</a> blames injuries for the poor outcome of the season. 
<h2>NBA News: Anthony Davis Blames Injuries For The Lakers' Season</h2> 
"What could we have been if I was healthy all year, LeBron, Kendrick Nunn? You think about those things," Davis said. "When we put this team together, we looked really good on paper, but we haven't had a chance to reach that potential with guys being in and out of the lineup." 
 
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<h2>Lakers Assistant Coach Predicted This Could Happen</h2> 
It's not like this was a complete shocker. Months ago, Lakers assistant coach Phil Handy claimed that the team needed to find its rhythm and that having big names wouldn't instantly translate to chemistry on the floor: 
"Paper doesn't win championships for us," Handy said in August. "Those names that are on that paper, are some phenomenal names... We gotta do our work and make sure we gel. Do we fit?" 
"These guys, they gotta figure out ways to play with each other and sacrifice, and let their names take over," the assistant added. "You know, you look at that piece of paper and say, Lakers are loaded, automatic championship. Nah man, we got a lot of work to do in terms of just gelling, finding our rhythm and being able to be cohesive as a unit." 
Also, the Lakers went 17-22 in the 39&nbsp;games Davis was healthy, so it's not like they were rolling when he suited up, either. At the end of the day, there are no excuses for how the season panned out for them.

Anthony Davis explains what went wrong with the Los Angeles Lakers

The <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-rumors-this-is-where-other-teams-stand-on-talen-horton-tucker-20220329-0016.html" target="_blank">Los Angeles Lakers</a> are at serious risk of not even making the play-in tournament. They look <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/this-is-why-the-los-angeles-lakers-wont-make-the-nba-playoffs-20220325-0015.html" target="_blank">far from a playoff team</a> and have been the <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/carmelo-anthony-urges-the-lakers-to-stop-digging-themselves-in-a-hole-20220315-0006.html" target="_blank">biggest disappointment</a> in the NBA this season. 
Anthony Davis' health&mdash; or lack thereof&mdash; has been a major reason behind the Lakers' struggles. He's been barely able to play this season and he's looked quite limited even when he's been on the floor. 
Given his history with injuries and considering the fact that their title window is closing as <a href="https://bolavip.com/en/nba/nba-news-lebron-james-says-he-suffered-a-horrible-injury-20220328-0005.html" target="_blank">LeBron James</a> keeps getting older, it now seems like they could consider exploring the trade market for Davis. 
<h2>NBA Rumors: Lakers Could Look To Trade Anthony Davis</h2> 
"The Los Angeles Lakers will keep their options open to improve the roster in the offseason, which includes potentially trading Anthony Davis, as ESPN's Brian Windhorst predicted Tuesday on&nbsp;Get Up: 'I think it will be something that's discussed,' Windhorst said of a Davis trade," read a story by Bleacher Report. 
 
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<h2>Davis Laments Not Making The Most Of LeBron's Presence</h2> 
Davis recently talked about his desire to make the most of LeBron while he's still with the Lakers, stating how sorry he is for not being able to stay on the court and contribute this season: 
"We don't know how long he has left in this league," Davis told&nbsp;ESPN. "Phenomenal player, future Hall of Famer, and to be able to play alongside him, you want to take advantage of it. We did the first year. Last year we both were banged up, and then this year, it's [injuries] again but more so me. So every day it's closing. That's another frustrating part. A lot of guys don't get to play with talent like that. I have the opportunity to do so. ... I want to take advantage of that time. 
"He has another year left with the Lakers ... and then who knows?" Davis added. "I don't know what he's going to do. So we got this year and next year to try to take advantage of that and get another ring out of it." 
Davis is a unique player and a sure candidate to make the Hall of Fame, yet his never-ending injury woes have always been a huge concern for him and his team. Now, whether the Lakers will move on from him or not remains to be seen. 
 
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