Lakers’ Pelinka Talks LeBron, Offseason, Kessler, Ownership, More

Speaking to reporters on Thursday ahead of training camp, Lakers president of basketball operations Rob Pelinka expressed “gratitude” for the eight years that LeBron James spent with the franchise and said he was happy the star forward and the organization parted on good terms this offseason, per Dave McMenamin of ESPN. “I think the communications with him this offseason were held diplomatically, professionally and honestly,” Pelinka said. “I’m so thankful for the partnership that we had that continued up until this summer when a decision was made for him to play for another team. It was done amicably, professionally, gracefully.…