Los Angeles Lakers: Three reasons why Anthony Davis will re-sign

SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers stands for the National Anthem before their game against the Golden State Warriors at Chase Center on February 27, 2020 in San Francisco, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) /

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3. The team has treated him well

Ever since Davis first donned a Purple and Gold uniform, his new teammates, as well as the entire metropolitan area, have treated him like royalty. He’s been shown nothing but love in the nearly 10 months since he was officially acquired from New Orleans.

Maybe the person who has shown Davis the most love has been James, who desperately needed a co-superstar to have any chance of winning his fourth NBA championship.

Davis’ mere presence has resurrected James’ relevance and hopes of solidifying his argument as the GOAT in the eyes of many, especially after such a disastrous first season in L.A. last year.

From day one, James publicly stated that Davis would be the team’s top offensive option. James has been a man of his word, as Davis has been his favorite target in transition, as well as in the set offense.

There’s always a measure of reciprocity that’s in order in any kind of relationship, and it would behoove Davis to stick with the ones who love and support him right now.

Besides, if he left the Lakers, it would mean that he’s jumped ship twice in just a span of 12 months. That would surely hurt his reputation around the league, and perhaps the fans of the team he signed with would wonder if he wants to stay for the long haul, or if he’ll demand a trade at the first sign of difficulty.

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