There is an NBA blueprint for building around LeBron James. It’s not even particularly complicated.
You surround him with shooters. The more spacing James has, the better. As one of the best playmakers in NBA history, James will carry an offense full of guys that can shoot.
Somehow, the Lakers missed the memo. This team tried to pair James with Russell Westbrook. If you hadn’t heard, it didn’t work out.
The Lakers finally came to their senses at this year’s deadline. They traded Westbrook, and they got spacing in return.
Still, this team could use more shooting. Entering this offseason, they have plenty of means to accomplish it.
How about Doug McDermott of the San Antonio Spurs?