Media Day is typically a glorious day, breaking open a little basketball joy as the nuclear summer comes to an end for hoops heads. Everyone has their best foot forward, and it’s akin to the first day of school as everyone in front of a microphone oozes optimism for a clean slate.
Wait till the games start when that all changes.
For the time being, though, it’s fun to enjoy these things. Why not enjoy a glimpse of Brandon Ingram in a Lakers jersey?
Or a look at much of the core of the #squad:
(Pardon Jordan for having flashbacks of the tank commander days)
Perhaps it’s the too-ridiculous-to-be-made-up nuggets like D’Angelo Russell getting bristly with Vic the Brick:
D'Angelo Russell to Vic the Brick after he was asked if he feels a new vibe: "I feel your beard itching my arm.