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Los Angeles Lakers: Interesting bench storylines after Rondo’s injury

By Ronald Agers

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 03: Quinn Cook #28, JaVale McGee #7 and the Los Angeles Lakers bench react to a play against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at Staples Center on March 03, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 03: Quinn Cook #28, JaVale McGee #7 and the Los Angeles Lakers bench react to a play against the Philadelphia 76ers during the first half at Staples Center on March 03, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this Photograph, user is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images) /
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There are plenty of storylines with the Los Angeles Lakers bench

With the NBA around two weeks away from starting up again on July 30th, the Los Angeles Lakers have been right back in the forefront of the national sports conversation.

There is actually a deep debate over numerous sports platforms about Rajon Rondo’s injury meaning anything for the Los Angeles Lakers chances in the NBA restart. To put this in proper perspective, Lakers Nation has been divided over if Rondo should even get off the bench. But here we are.

The Western Conference-leading Lakers suffered the first major injury since teams began practicing with Rondo breaking his right thumb on Sunday. Rondo is expected to miss six to eight weeks, sidelining him at least as the Lakers see it through the start of the postponed 2020 playoffs.

You would be surprised about the gloom and doom narratives that are floating around about how the Lakers, with starting guard Avery Bradley already out, will survive without Rondo. Frank Vogel discussed Rondo’s injury and the change in plans going forward and Danny Green talked about Rajon’s other attributes.

Let’s go back to what Danny Green said about the leadership of Rajon Rondo and what he can potentially bring to the postseason if he returns.

"“He’s definitely one of our floor generals on and off the court. It’s a blow but not as big of a blow because of how much he helps us on the sideline and coaching wise. I know he’ll still be there, he’ll still help coach, help teach. But it would be great to have him on the floor, playmaking, making plays, being that floor general,” Green said. “When he’s aggressive making some good plays for us and helping our team. When he scores 10+ points, you guys know the statistics, you know the record for us. So we need him to come off the bench to give us a little spark.”"

Lake Show Life had its own discussions months ago about what Rajon can give to the Lakers. While some thought Rondo didn’t command major minutes, others believed in the “Playoff Rondo” narrative.

Green is absolutely right about Rondo helping the coaching staff. With Lionel Hollins not being able to attend the bubble in Orlando, Rajon can add plenty with his championship experience. Where he brings debate is the second quote about Rajon Rondo being aggressive and scoring 10+ points. That’s creeping up to the 20-minute mark and that is the last thing the Lakers need.

But with Rondo out, the storylines are hot. Lake Show Life takes a look at the storylines of the bench.

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