<div class="quote_poster">Quote:</div><div class="quote_post">EL SEGUNDO ? Derek Anderson will make the Lakers his first free-agent visit early next week. It might not be long afterward Anderson assumes the vacant guard spot in the Lakers' starting lineup. Anderson, released Wednesday by Portland via the NBA's new amnesty provision, is considering the Lakers, Detroit and Minnesota. He expects to decide by the end of next week, but Anderson is drawn to the idea of starting for the Lakers. "That's a big selling point," said Anderson's agent, Tony Dutt. "The Lakers are extremely intriguing." Anderson has not had as much experience handling the ball as the Lakers' previous free-agent target, Antonio Daniels, who signed with Washington. But Anderson (6-foot-5, 195 pounds) is capable and originally played point guard at the University of Kentucky. In an eight-year NBA career, Anderson has averaged 13.1 points, 3.7 assists and 1.2 steals.</div> Source It better be the first and last team DA visits after he's waived. He wants to play in LA, he's willing to sign a short term deal, he is perfect for the Laker needs.
Keeping our fingers crossed. He can spot up, slash and finish on the break. Has played on elite teams like the Spurs, can perform under pressure. He'll be a perfect fit.
