Shams Charania interviewed Isaiah Thomas prior to his debut in the G League Showcase. Thomas says he would have signed with the Lakers if not for Rajon Rondo becoming available following the Clippers and Grizzlies trade.
Two-time All-Star Isaiah Thomas sits down with @Stadium ahead of G League Showcase: NBA return hopes, nearly signing with the Lakers, bond with city of Boston, life-changing hip procedure. pic.twitter.com/jK4gI8loIx
Isaiah still seems bitter about Danny Ainge trading him when he was hurt. Regarding Boston he waxes poetic about the love affair that blossomed between the city and him during his time here.