For the first time in his career, Andrew Bynum was in the “best center in the league” discussion. But despite that, he still showed how immature he was at times. Shooting ill-advised 3s, for example. But the Lakers see enough in the big fella to bring him back. Smart move on their part.
The Lakers officially picked up Andrew Bynum’s $16.1-million option, a formality for a player who finally tapped into the potential that had loomed above him throughout his career. How long he’s with the Lakers beyond that becomes the question. Bynum, 24, will be in the last season of a four-year, $57.2-million contract. Negotiations on an extension had not begun, though that could happen soon. If he doesn’t re-sign with the Lakers, he will be an unrestricted free agent after next season.
Source: LA Times
