Kendrick Perkins Declares Klutch Era Over for Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers are transitioning into a new chapter under business mogul Mark Walter, who is currently acquiring the iconic team from the Buss family. Walter, the CEO of TWG Global and owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, is solidifying his position with a remarkable $10 billion investment in the franchise.According to ESPN NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins, this development signals the end of the influence that LeBron James, Rich Paul, and Klutch Sports have exerted over the storied franchise. Perkins, a former NBA champion with the 2008 Boston Celtics, asserts that a significant shift is underway in Los Angeles, as the Klutch-centered strategy established since James’s arrival in 2018 comes to a close.During his appearance on ESPN’s "First Take," Perkins highlighted the transformative changes, emphasizing the emergence of Luka Doncic as the new franchise cornerstone. With Walter at the helm, he speculated on the fate of James and anticipated potential trades as the Lakers focus on rejuvenating their roster around blossoming talent.