Talks between Ty Lue and the Lakers have ended without a deal. According to reports, both sides are moving on.
The deal fell apart after Los Angeles refused to meet Lue’s demands. The former Cavaliers coach was seeking a five year deal.
Ty Lue and his representatives have informed the Lakers that he is moving on from trying to be hired as the Lakers' new coach, sources. Lue and his reps thanked the Lakers.
— Brad Turner (@BA_Turner) May 8, 2019
The Lakers have decided to move on from Ty Lue as they search for their next head coach, having determined he isn't the right long-term fit for the organization, according to a team source.
— Tania Ganguli (@taniaganguli) May 8, 2019
Lue and his representatives declined the Lakers offer of 3-years, $18 million. Lue was seeking five years. per source.
— Brad Turner (@BA_Turner) May 8, 2019
It’s a surprising development considering this is the guy LeBron James wants and the success the two shared in Cleveland.
After coming dangerously close to trading away a lot of young talent there are whispers that the Lakers are seriously considering trading LeBron away for more young talent.
Things in Los Angeles are getting really interesting. If LeBron can’t get the coach he wants and isn’t able to recruit any talent to join him, then the Lakers could find themselves in the same position next off-season.
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