Anyway, it's just one season, bear with it, Ah Gan and Jordan, these two old guys, can't jump around for much longer.
As for O'Neal, Jerry West said, the future is yours, just keep waiting.
The Lakers had no choice but to trade O'Neal, as O'Neal was determined to leave. Between Shaq and Tracy McGrady, they could only choose one.
The Lakers are unwilling to give up Tracy McGrady's market value; if they can't get a championship, at least they can sell tickets, right?
Moreover, the Heat's offer was really good, Rashid Wallace + Jim Jackson, giving the Lakers a richer combination. Wang Zhizhi would become the second Chinese player to play for the Lakers.
When the news that the Glory would move to the Eastern Conference next season came out, the Lakers were absolutely thrilled.
