For as much optimism as the young core of Lonzo Ball, Josh Hart, Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma and Julius Randle generated this season, much of the talk involving the Los Angeles Lakers is centered around this summer’s free agency.
One of the worst-kept secrets in the NBA is the Lakers’ hope to sign at least one of LeBron James, Paul George, or another star of their ilk. Despite that, head coach Luke Walton has kept his and the team’s focus on the court.
Injuries prevented the Lakers from enjoying a strong close to the season, but the 2017-18 campaign otherwise can be considered a success.