Quick Bytes
- Lakers’ over/under win total set at 44.5 for the 2024-25 NBA season.
- Team ranks ninth in the Western Conference, behind Pelicans, Suns, and Grizzlies.
- New head coach JJ Redick brings innovative ideas despite lack of experience.
- Austin Rivers expresses optimism about Lakers’ championship potential.
Lakers’ Prospects for the 2024-25 Season
The Los Angeles Lakers are facing a challenging outlook for the 2024-25 NBA season, with sportsbooks setting their win total at 44.5, a slight decrease from the previous year.
Despite limited offseason activity, the Lakers are positioned ahead of their city rivals, the Clippers, and the Golden State Warriors in the Western Conference. The team’s recent performance, including a seventh seed in the Play-In Tournament last year, aligns with the new projection. The Lakers have welcomed rookies Dalton Knecht and Bronny James, while bidding farewell to Taurean Prince and Spencer Dinwiddie.
The coaching shift to JJ Redick is a notable change, with hopes that his fresh approach and a seasoned coaching staff will bring improvements. Key role players like Jarred Vanderbilt and Gabe Vincent are expected to contribute significantly, provided they maintain good health.
However, the Western Conference has become more competitive, with teams like the Sacramento Kings and New Orleans Pelicans making significant additions. Despite the prowess of LeBron James and Anthony Davis, there’s skepticism about the Lakers’ ability to compete at the highest level.
Former player Austin Rivers has voiced a more optimistic view, suggesting that the Lakers are not far from being title contenders, especially with James and Davis showing strong performances for Team USA.
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