He can't treat LeBron the same way he treats Caron Butler.
Nor can he treat LeBron the way Roger treats Shaq.
LeBron isn't Kobe's underling; they're partners. Kobe and Jerry Buss must understand this.
Jerry Buss certainly knows what Rich Paul means, but he avoids this sharp issue.
"You know, our plan this summer isn't just about LeBron. When we achieve our goal, we'll be the most dazzling team in the present, no, perhaps in NBA history. They've all come together for the same goal, and everyone is ready to sacrifice. This is their team, and they'll win the championship that's rightfully theirs. By the way, a hint, we've already dealt with the Detroit Pistons."
Cunning old Jerry Buss is reminding LBJ and Rich Paul how outrageous the Lakers' next move is. The outside world only knows LBJ might go to Los Angeles, but that's just the Lakers' plan with their eyes shut.
