L.A. Lakers: 7 Reasons Why They’re Now the NBA’s Most Dangerous Team

The Los Angeles Lakers are red hot at the moment. With a 12-1 record since the All-Star break, the purple and gold are playing their best basketball of the season.

Kobe Bryant isn't playing his best on offense, but the team keeps winning. Even with the San Antonio Spurs 6.5 games ahead of them, the Lakers can be considered the best team in the NBA right now.

Phil Jackson's team is healthy (aside from Kobe's minor ankle injury) and Andrew Bynum is playing at a very high level.

Why else are the Lakers the most dangerous team in the NBA right now? Let's take a look...

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