Curious move, plenty of players that can help now available and we rush to secure…a G Leaguer?! If we’re gonna do that why not lock up Nick Smith Jr. or Drew Timme? Weird.
Kobe Buffkin?!
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February 9, 2026 6 Comments
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I just don’t understand all this maneuvering. I am confused.
I was thinking about that. I think these buyout guys think about their next contract. Unless they are an aging vet chasing one last shot at a ring, they want to go to team that have the best chance at showcasing their talent. So the Lakers may have reached out to some of these guys. Although after the Lakers signed Kennard, a guy like Tomas would not have played. I do watch some G league and I believe the reason they went with Kobe is he does play a little defense. Nick is just a scorer and now that Maxi seems to be fully healthy Timme probably would not have seen the floor as the 4th center. Kobe has looked so good that they probably were afraid another team might scoop him up since he’s not on a 2 way contract. Obviously they like their 3 2 ways or they could have cut one and gave it to Kobe.
Great piece — you really helped break down the nuances of the NBA and made everything easier to understand.
I’m still “Dazed and Confused,” as who would sing?
You are not alone on that, DJ. I am with you.