I don't think the Lakers' moves were great by any stretch of the imagination, but I don't think they were anywhere near as bad as some are making them out to be. As far as basketball abilities, Mozgov has exactly what the team needs from a Center - shot blocking, post defense and post offense. He's also supposedly great in the locker room and could be a perfect mentor for Zubac. He was hurting last season, so that's a concern, but it explains the drop in production. I think much of the same about Deng - versatile game, knocks down 3s and knows how to win. I can actually see him as the "go to" guy early in the season. He knows how to win, offers great leadership and may be a perfect example for Ingram to follow. Do I wish the deals had been a year or two shorter and cheaper? Sure, but that's today's NBA. Based on the way the last several "BIG" Lakers' signings and trades have worked-out, I'm willing to see how this plays-out. Ideally those two help the young guys play just well/poor enough to barely miss the Playoffs, then the ping-pong balls are kind so the '17 pick is kept, then a "bigger" FA (or 2) joins next off season. If that happens (even without the lottery being kind), and the young core continues to improve, Mozgov and Deng could be incredible influences, leaders, and 2nd-unit players for a pretty good team. Sure that's pretty optimistic, but I don't think it's stretching the realm of possibility at all.