Pope of Basketball.

Summary

The chapter summarizes the situation of Lakers player Luke Walton, who has been struggling to get playing time and make an impact on the team. Despite his efforts, Walton's minutes and stats are very low, and he is considered a fringe player. He even suggested being sent to the Development League, but the coach refused, believing it wouldn't improve his skills. Walton feels his future is uncertain, as he fears the Lakers may not renew his contract. He tries to bribe the coach in hopes of getting more playing time, but the chapter suggests this is a common phenomenon where the poor try to gain favor from the rich. The chapter also mentions the Lakers' roster for the playoffs, with Walton as one of the small forwards.

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