The Los Angeles Lakers and Rui Hachimura are determined to defend their 2023-24 NBA Cup title with one clear motivation: the prize money. Lakers forward Rui Hachimura confessed that the team’s goal is simply to earn money. The $500,000 reward from last year was a major source of inspiration for him and his team, and this year each player will receive $514,970 as the new prize.
Motivation Beyond the Banner
Although the Lakers wish to hang another NBA Cup banner at Crypto.com Arena, the financial motivation is particularly appealing to certain younger players. Seven out of the 15 Lakers players currently on the roster. Such as rookies Dalton Knecht and Bronny James, are making less than $4 million this year, which makes additional money even more appealing. Security officer Austin Reaves agreed with this statement, expressing, “I mean, $500,000 is still $500,000.”
A New Quest Begins Against the Spurs
The Lakers secured the title last year by defeating the Indiana Pacers 123-109 in Las Vegas. They are prepared to protect their championship title. Kicking off their 2024-25 NBA Cup campaign against the San Antonio Spurs on Friday evening. While pursuing another victory. The Lakers are still focused on winning the cash prize and the excitement of defending their championship.
The path to the NBA Cup is challenging. But the Lakers are particularly driven to win the championship and the cash reward.
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