2018-19 NBA Season Preview: Los Angeles Lakers

Lakers are arguably the most anticipated franchise in the upcoming season.
Lakers are arguably the most anticipated franchise in the upcoming season.

Team Strengths

LeBron might be the last piece of the puzzle for the Lakers franchise
LeBron might be the last piece of the puzzle for the Lakers franchise

Kyle Kuzma and Brandon Ingram have both averaged a sliver above 16 points in the 2017-18 season and showcased maturity uncharacteristic of their respective ages.

Josh Hart had an intense summer workout therapy and looks promising too. These youngsters needed a leader badly, one which could hold it all together for the team while they do their thing in the middle.

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And what they got in LeBron is just the right mindset needed to compete for a Championship.

Kyrie would have been playing the best basketball of his life in Cleveland, but what really transformed him from a great ball handler to a champion was indeed The King.

LeBron seems genuinely excited and has stated time and time again about the confidence he has in the collection of young players.

And James is the NBA’s best player, so when he says he’s confident in a roster, it’s the safest route to believe him.

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