The Lakers officially announced their purchase of a five-acre lot intended for a brand new practice facility and team headquarters Friday afternoon. The facility will be walking distance from the current building and will probably jump to the top of practice accommodations in the NBA as soon as it’s finished.
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Timing is interesting here, because the team will have this to promise to incoming free agents next season and the year after, when that Kevin Durant guy will be an unrestricted free agent.
Jeannie Buss had a few words to say about the development, and sounded expectedly excited about what it might mean to the franchise.
"“With its proximity to the airport and beaches, clean air, diverse businesses, and wonderful community, El Segundo is the perfect place for us to be,” said Buss. “We’ve been here for the past 15 years with great success, and we’re thrilled to secure the perfect spot to expand on that success and remain for many years as a part of this vibrant and growing area.”"
Due to be finished by spring 2017, it will also host the Los Angeles D-Fenders home games with 750 seats for the exhibition court.
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