With Pau Gasol and Chris Kaman playing big and the Lakers guards stretching the floor, Mike D'Antoni's system seems to be a better fit for the roster this season.
Perhaps the biggest difference between the Lakers' current roster and their roster last year is the fact that player roles are more clearly defined. Even when the Black Mamba makes his return, there should still be a clear rotation and offensive pecking order.
Although four games are too few to accurately predict, the Lakers have looked like a team that can compete for a playoff spot.
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Article Source: Bleacher Report - Los Angeles Lakers
