Congratulations, Dallas Mavericks!
Sometimes successful franchises such as the Lakers need this kind of experience to rekindle their drive. Clearly, while I am (and will always be) an LA Fan, they lacked the HEART this year unlike the 2 previous years. BUT it will definitely be different next year. I am sure Kobe, Pau, Lamar, Ron, Shannon will be back. I am not to sure about Andrew BUT I do not want D12 to be in a Lakers uniform. I'd rather have a hardworking Brooke Lopez or the Brazilian player from the Spurs, they will fit the triangle. I also hope Brian Shaw gets the job, as I am sure PJax will still be in LA, maybe a s a consultant similar to Riley in Miami. They also need to upgrade the PG position...Nash may be a fit even if it will be the twilight of his career...Next year we will see a different, hungrier more determined Purple and Gold team.
PS: I would want to see the Bulls or the Grizzlies as champs this year!