Pau Gasol States Desire to Remain with Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers forward Pau Gasol has openly stated his desire to remain with the Lakers after being the focus of trade rumors over the weekend.

Rumor has it the Lakers were in discussions with the Minnesota Timberwolves for a deal that would send Gasol to Minnesota in exchange for Kevin Love and a top pick in the upcoming NBA Draft.

However, a recent interview with an overseas source states that Gasol declared he wants to remain with Los Angeles for “as many years as I can.”

“My desire is to stay with the Lakers. I don’t have control over it but I want to stay with the Lakers for as many years as I can to be able to remain eligible for the maximum possible championships,” Gasol told reporters.

Minnesota was interested in adding Gasol after finally agreeing to a deal to bring his former Spanish teammate Ricky Rubio to the NBA.

You May Also Like

Magic Johnson: Mike D’Antoni’s System Doesn’t Fit the Talent

Magic Johnson wasn’t too thrilled when the Lakers chose Mike D’Antoni over…

Lakers News: Kobe Bryant Undergoes Successful Surgery On Achilles

The Lakers head athletic trainer, Gary Vitti, confirmed this morning that Kobe…

Ron Artest: The Humanitarian

For his entire NBA career, Ron Artest has been “that guy”. That…

Lakers vs. Nuggets Pre-Game Report: Six Game Road Trip Begins in Denver

Los Angeles Lakers (13-9) at Denver Nuggets (14-7) 7:30 PM PST, February…