Even before the 2019-20 NBA season was shut down due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, the Los Angeles Lakers had to endure their fair share of challenges en route to emerging as the top seed in the Western Conference.
The Lakers already had their hands full trying to get a revamped roster on the same page to meet championship expectations. However, the death of Kobe Bryant and the ongoing pandemic provided its own set of challenges both on and off the court.
New arrivals such as Anthony Davis and Danny Green have produced eventful debut seasons in Los Angeles due to the unprecedented circumstances.