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Sanson's critique extends to the overall leadership—or lack thereof—within the Lakers' organization. Drawing upon failed attempts to recruit top-tier talent this off-season, he points out the hesitancy of players like Klay Thompson and DeMar DeRozan to sign with a franchise perceived as a "clown show."
The exodus of potential star signings raises critical questions: Is Pelinka solely to blame for these players’ decisions? Or is it indicative of a larger issue stemming from the Lakers’ organizational culture? The reluctance of top players to join the Lakers suggests that external perceptions of instability and mismanagement may outweigh the franchise's illustrious history.