The Los Angeles Lakers are getting closer and closer to returning to action.
As of the time of writing, we are 12 days away from the NBA season resuming after more than a four-month hiatus.
With only 22 teams returning for the COVID-induced modified regular season and some key players refusing to enter “the bubble” in Orlando, it’s clear that the finale to this season is going to be unlike any we’ve experienced before.
Leading into the resumption of the NBA season, Los Angeles Lakers fans have every right to be feeling good. Their team is a legitimate championship contender and almost assuredly have the #1 seed sewn up already.
Despite this, a four-month in-season hiatus is an eternity. It’s tough to remember how the team was playing in February and March, and additionally, the makeup of the Lakers’ roster has changed during that time. As a result, many Lakers’ fans will no doubt have pressing questions on their mind as they await the season restart.
In this article, I’ll delve into answering three major questions that are likely on the lips of Lakers fans.