In the midst of so much uncertainty, the one thing we know is that the Lakers won't be tanking. Not only would it be shocking to see such a storied franchise go the route of losing on purpose, but it would be completely misguided considering the organization is sending its first-round pick to the Phoenix Suns (although it is protected for picks one through five).
How good will the Lakers be? Only time will tell.
But with most rosters in place across the Association, we can look at the schedule and start to project just where L.A. will finish when the year comes to a close.
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Article Source: Bleacher Report - Los Angeles Lakers