5. The Lakers’ two superstars complement each other better than the Clippers’ two superstars
The Lakers and fans wanted Anthony Davis for almost a full year, and now they got him. He should be a great co-superstar for LeBron, and he even has a chance to be the best teammate he’s ever had (sorry Dwyane Wade).
Why? AD fits in really well with LeBron’s game. While guys like Chris Bosh and Kevin Love found themselves marginalized by the self-proclaimed king, especially when it came to their ability to post up, Davis has the type of game that LeBron could actually maximize.
The former Pelican can be a phenomenal target on the pick-and-roll, and he runs the floor very well. In addition, Davis has gradually improved his perimeter skills and outside shooting, which could allow LeBron to drive and dish the ball out to him.
Leonard and George, on the other hand, are somewhat redundant. That isn’t to say they can’t develop great chemistry, but they are both mid-range perimeter players who don’t really create shots for their teammates at a high level the way LeBron does. Of the two, George seems to be the better passer, but his career-high in assists is only 4.1 a game.
It should be easier, maybe much easier, for LeBron and AD to develop great chemistry than it will be for Leonard and George.