Magic Johnson was one of the biggest proponents to break up the Los Angeles Lakers even before their embarrassing 122-86 Game 4 loss to the Dallas Mavericks on Sunday.
The Lakers legend declared that owner Jerry Buss needed to "blow this team up" as they faced a 3-0 series hole, even at the expense of trading away Andrew Bynum, Pau Gasol or Lamar Odom.
And he may have a point.
The Lakers didn't just look tired on Sunday, they gave up on themselves and coach Phil Jackson, who deserved more at the end of his historic coaching career.
This is a team with trust issues, degrading chemistry and aging legs. They need an overhaul.
But how?
Here are five ways the Lakers can revamp their roster to make another run at the NBA title.
The Lakers legend declared that owner Jerry Buss needed to "blow this team up" as they faced a 3-0 series hole, even at the expense of trading away Andrew Bynum, Pau Gasol or Lamar Odom.
And he may have a point.
The Lakers didn't just look tired on Sunday, they gave up on themselves and coach Phil Jackson, who deserved more at the end of his historic coaching career.
This is a team with trust issues, degrading chemistry and aging legs. They need an overhaul.
Here are five ways the Lakers can revamp their roster to make another run at the NBA title.
