For example, even a fool knows that the Lakers' second F4 lineup isn't suited for run-and-gun, and even the basketball ignorant know that at that time, Gasol and Kobe were too old to keep up. Howard had just had a 13cm piece of tissue removed from his back and was already severely weakened, unable to run either.
So why did Jim Buss insist on hiring D'Antoni, is it because he's even less aware than a fool?
No, he just wanted to replace Phil Jackson, because the Zen Master was Jeanie's guy.
Even if the new coach wasn't suitable, it didn't matter as long as Phil Jackson was removed.
For instance, a fool would know that in 2016 Luol Deng wasn't worth 72 million over four years, and Jim Buss of course knew it too.
But knowing he was destined to step down, he didn't hesitate to use this trash contract to spite the upcoming successor, Jeanie Buss, creating difficulties for her.
