NBA 2018/19: Storylines you need to follow this upcoming season

#2 How far will LeBron's Lakers go?

Will LeBron dominate the West as well?

LeBron James has been to the Finals eight consecutive years running. However, he has done so in the Eastern Conference - the West is a completely different ball game. We have seen the inhuman feats LeBron has done in the past few years, having carried a broken Cavaliers to the finals and winning the 2016 NBA Championship while being 3-1 down to the Warriors.

We can be certain that he won't relinquish his streak that easily. The Lakers, for all the hype over their talented youngsters, have useful pieces - Rondo, McGee and Stephenson all examples - that can help LeBron in his quest to reach the Finals. We'll have to keep our eyes peeled and wait.

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#1 Warriors and the rest of NBA

The defending champions - Golden State Warriors

We all know what the narrative of this NBA season is: the Warriors running away with the trophy, yet again. Or will they? We can never be certain of the concluding outcome but one thing is for certain - the Golden State Warriors are the league's team to beat.

Each moment will be scrutinised because Steve Kerr's men are the benchmark. If they win the Championship, no-one will bat an eyelid. If they fail, it will be the ultimate surprise. Regardless of whether you support the franchise or not, you'll be keeping tabs on their progress.