Los Angeles Lakers: 3 reasons to sign free agent J.R. Smith

Los Angeles Lakers: 3 reasons to sign J. R. Smith

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1. Cost-efficient scoring

There aren’t many players on the market right now that will provide the value for the buck that Smith could. Getting a scorer at a veteran’s minimum rate is an absolute steal. If it doesn’t work out, you can cut him and not do much to your cap.

Smith will score, there is no doubt about that. If you get anything resembling 2016, the Lakers will be getting a gift. Even with a down season last year, Smith still has some basketball left in him.

The Lakers will be looking to make small trades and then hit the wire for free agents and buyout options. If they want Smith, they can get him. I believe they should take the opportunity to bring him in and see what he can provide down the stretch.

For a Lakers team that is ready to win a championship this year. Having Smith with his shooting and familiarity with LeBron goes a long way. Bron knows with Smith can provide and where he thrives.

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That could be the winning recipe over guys like Crawford and Young.

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