The Los Angeles Lakers are entering the 2016-17 season with an optimistic outlook. While the young core is expected to take a leap in production, general manager Mitch Kupchak also added some proven veterans this offseason.
Entering the first training camp held at Santa Barbara, the roster will feature plenty of battles regarding earning the last spots on the roster. The battle for the power forward and center spots will be one to watch, as each player brings a different style of play to Luke Walton’s new offense.
While the Lakers are moving to an up-tempo style in the evolving NBA, the ability to space the floor will be key.