It's official. According to the Lakers organization, both Andrew Goudelock and fellow draft pick Darius Morris have signed two-year rookie contracts.
What's frustrating is that with all the talk and LA drama going on around El Segundo, few fans are even aware of the fact that these two guys signed. Every news story you hear about the Lakers this time of year deals with trade rumors, championship expectations, Kobe's knees, Lamar Odom and the Kardashians and Metta World Peace.
As for the potential Chris Paul and Dwight Howard rumors, one would work very well for Drew and one would not be so great. If CP3 does come to LA (which at this time seems to be where he'll end up), that makes Drew at least the fourth point guard behind Paul, Fisher, Steve Blake and possibly Darius Morris. The Lakers told Drew they wanted him to run the point, but his shooting ability and unproven point guard skills make it difficult to judge where he'll be used. Not to mention the Lakers have a rookie head coach incorporating a new system.
On the other hand, if the Lakers pull a Miami Heat and complete their own trifecta by signing Dwight Howard, it's best that LA keep Drew around. Howard requires so much attention in the paint that he frees up a ton of space for three point shooters. That was the system the Magic used (with Reddick, Lewis etc) when they made it to the NBA Finals. The Lakers already signed free agent Jason Kapono (one of the best three point shooters of all time), which gives me the idea that the Dwight trade could still happen.
Despite all these rumors and speculation, the real story here is that Drew's childhood dream became a reality as he finally signed that long-awaited deal. Now he just needs to go out there and do his thing at Lakers training camp. Play your game, ignore the rest.
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