Now that the Los Angeles Lakers succeeded in getting Anthony Davis from the New Orleans Pelicans, the attention immediately turns to him staying for the long-term.
The Lakers have been in this position before as some have been reminded of the team’s first go-round with Dwight Howard, but the team and fans believe the outcome here will be different.
What is the same is that the Lakers dealt a big trade package for an All-Star player who can leave after just one season. There is always the chance that Davis could leave in 2020 NBA free agency but by all accounts, the Lakers are expected to retain Davis.