It has been nearly three months since the crescendo of cheers for the retiring Kobe Bryant has died down. Bryant’s swan song left many wondering what would become of the Los Angeles Lakers, who would continue to undergo the difficult process of attempting to rebuild their struggling franchise without their marquee star.
With a new Coach installed in Luke Walton, and a pair of potential-laden rookies named Brandon Ingram and Ivica Zubac (perhaps you’ve heard of them), the Lakers headed to the Las Vegas Summer League, which marked the official start of the post-Kobe era.
It has only been one game, but so far, the future looks bright.