I know I've trashed Odom before, and if I do it again, call me out on it. I think Odom is just as critical as Ariza and I do think he'll take a majorly reduced salary to stay here. When he is consistent and has an impact, we're unbeatable. I think it is obvious that Odom is this teams glue and X factor. I think bringing him back is just as important, if not more, than bringing back Ariza. Players like Ariza, versatile swingman, are common. Players' like Odom, aren't.
Odom is definitely the key to our success. When he's on, there isn't a team who can beat us. Mamba, I don't necessarily agree with you on Ariza though. He's a phenomenal defensive player that's improving on offense, and you don't find defensive stoppers like him on a daily basis.
I wouldn't say phenomenal. He makes awesome plays, but I don't consider his defense lockdown. He gets bullied around by a lot of SF's because he isn't as strong as them. I'm not saying don't keep him, I just think if we win the championship and Odom proves to be the X factor, we need to bring him back. I know if is a different tune I'm signing now about him, but I think he is critical. He has really stepped up. Either way, I think both will be back.
