Finally, Anthony Davis is headed to Laker Land.
The New Orleans Pelicans agreed to trade the superstar big man Saturday in a blockbuster deal, ending months of speculation and shaking up the NBA landscape.
And just like that, the Lakers, who have missed the postseason for a franchise-record six consecutive seasons, are on the path to contention yet again. And LeBron James couldn't be happier.
James, 34, took to Instagram Saturday night to welcome his new teammate.
"AD on da way!! @antdavis23. Let’s get it bro! Just the beginning.. #LakeShow," James wrote as the caption to an edited photo of himself standing next to Davis on the court — both wearing Lakers jerseys.
Davis — who is represented by Rich Paul of Klutch Sports Group, who also represents James — had been linked to the Lakers since he requested a trade from the Pelicans in January, but a deal never came to fruition.
In Davis, the Lakers will add a six-time All-Star and formidable defensive presence who is averaging 23.7 points, 10.5 rebounds and 2.4 blocks per game in his career. The 26-year-old has one year remaining on his current contract and is scheduled to hit free agency in 2020.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/nba/2019/06/16/anthony-davis-lakers-lebron-james-welcomes-new-teammate-instagram/1470755001/
2019-06-16 11:40:00Z
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