Making the Case: Los Angeles Lakers

Throughout LeBron James’ career, we have seen his career that he likes to have three-point shooters out on the perimeter. The significant attention he commands from the defense creates a lot of open looks.

James had plenty of options on the three-point line during his first year in Los Angeles, but that has diminished. The Lakers struggle with depth and three-point shooting, which are two areas that help them win the championship down in the bubble.

Buddy Hield quickly build a reputation as one of the best shooters in the league. The same can be said about Indiana. It was clear that he would not be a long-term piece in Sacramento.

Hield has been linked to the Lakers on multiple occasions and could take over the shooting guard position right away.

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This will bring a much-needed dynamic to the Lakers, one that Danny Green and Kyle Kuzma played for years. This season, the Lakers win in on veteran players in hopes of any experience to win a title. Now they can shift gears to become more well-balanced on both ends of the floor.