The worry with AR is that he won’t be as good on another team. Think Jordan Poole after the Warriors.
Larry Bird I believe it was famously said he wouldn’t sign players after they were on LeBron’s team because LeBron makes everyone else better than they are. This could be the case with AR. If so, the Lakers need to trade him this year because once LeBron goes, AR may lose his trade value.
Yeah, that's also some real reason to consider if they're going to trade him. He's also given a good playing time with Lebron because he likes to play with him and they have some good connection inside the court.
Lakers is still stacked with good 2nd unit now that they have center.
They have Vando, Vincents, Kleber and veteran Smart even though he is a liability on offense but sure he can create a breathing room once he play against other team 2nd unit.
Their starter play is crucial since their chemistry is not yet tested especially their new center that is soft center.
Add to it Knecht if they're going to use him properly, the kid can really play ball.