Amid the looming LeBron James uncertainty, Rob Pelinka is trying creative ways to strengthen the Lakers’ roster. First, he took care of the team’s size problem by adding seven-footer Deandre Ayton. And latest reports suggest that the GM intends to sign defensive maestro Marcus Smart on a two-year $11 million deal following his contract buyout with the Wizards. But NBA legend and LeBron’s longtime pal Gilbert Arenas is surprisingly not too pleased with Smart’s addition.

After veteran insider Shams Charania broke the news, Agent Zero could not help but react to it. Clearly frustrated by Lakers’ interest in Smart, Arenas went on a heated IG rant, “Shams, stop dawg!… We don’t want nobody else, man. Stop with the breaking news. Nobody knew he was a f—— free agent to even be on the Lakers. Are we having open tryouts? Did I miss the f—— memo?”

He continued his criticism of the former Celtics star, calling him a “gas station looking n—-” and even questioned Pelinka if he plans on signing Kwame Brown next. Context: Kwame is one of the biggest busts in NBA history, drafted number 1 over legends like Pau Gasol and Jason Richardson. Gil further claimed that Rob’s questionable offseason moves are why they are still dealing with the LeBron dilemma. “I wonder why LeBron James won’t make a decision. Look at who the f— we getting!” Arenas remarked, showing support for the four-time champ.

Well, James’ agent Rich Paul made it clear that the 40-year-old veteran wants to compete for a championship and play on a title contender. He even claimed that LBJ is closely assessing Lakers’ offseason moves and evaluating what’s best for him at this stage in his life and career. Several reports have confirmed that LeBron has neither asked for a trade nor for an extension beyond his current contract that expires next season. And Gil’s intense meltdown hints that signing Marcus might not be enough to motivate James to stay in LA.

Sure, Smart is a former DPOY and was a crucial part of the Celtics’ success during his nine-year stint with Boston. But constant injuries have derailed his career, which is evident from his underwhelming stint in Memphis and Washington. Last season, Smart played only 34 games, averaging 9 points and over three assists. That’s why Arenas is sceptical about the signing, “Gilbert Arenas has Finally lost it with Lakers new Free Agent signing Marcus Smart, like its 2021 😡” Of course, this is not the first time Arenas has publicly backed the four-time champ.

Be it the Drake controversy or the Bronny James saga, LeBron can count on Gilbert Arenas for support

Clearly, Gil is not afraid of picking fights with anyone if that’s what it takes to have LeBron’s back. During the Gil’s Arena pod, he clowned Drake for covering his LBJ Irish tattoo with a new ink of Shai-Gilgeous Alexander’s jersey. “Man, lord have mercy.” Arenas remarked, claiming that this is usually what girlfriends do after a bad breakup.

“It ain’t that deep for you to erase the original tattoo and then you getting a new tattoo over… That s— looks whack man.” He added. And guess what? The entire Gil’s Arena crew joined him in mocking Drake, claiming that “no grown a—man” does something so “petty.”

Even last year, when the whole world was targeting Bronny and questioning his credibility as an NBA player, Arenas was one of the few people who stood in LeBron and his son’s support. He revealed that he trained Bronny in his early days and saw massive potential. The legend even claimed that the youngster could turn into a Jrue Holiday-type player if his development goes smoothly. So, it comes as no surprise that Gil is supporting LeBron once again as the hoop community awaits his final decision about his Lakers’ future.