How Metta World Peace’s Exit Stacks Up with Odom and Fisher’s Lakers Goodbyes

By amnestying Metta World Peace, the Los Angeles Lakers proved once again that they have no problem making a controversial move today to benefit the team tomorrow. It's a theme that's presented itself several times in recent years.

The Lakers haven't been accustomed to cost-cutting, but they have been willing to cut ties when necessary, even if that means ignoring that player's history with the team. With an eye to the future. Los Angeles rarely makes the mistake of hanging on for too long.

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