#5 Perfect combination of youth and experience

The Lakers have added an abundance of experience with multiple championship winners in LeBron James, JaVale McGee and Rajon Rondo. They have also added seasoned vets, Lance Stephenson and Michael Beasley which will only help the Lakers down the stretch in dealing with pressure and clutch situations.

The Lakers have the best young core in Ingram, Kuzma, Ball, Hart, and Svi. The also have re-signed the young Kentavious Caldwell-Pope who is a fantastic defender who will be vying for that starting SG spot. To add to these names, the Lakers have fine young role players yet to establish themselves namely, Travis Wear, Isaac Bonga, Joel Berry II, Johnathan Williams, and Ivica Zubac.
Explore the NBA Draft 2024 with our free NBA Mock Draft Simulator & be the GM of your favorite NBA team.
Out of these names, Travis Wear is the only player above 23 years of age. Wear was picked up from the G League and has been performing well for the Lakers so far.
Los Angeles Lakers Fan? Check out the latest Lakers depth chart, schedule, and roster updates all in one place.