When trying to figure out where Isaac Bonga fits into the future of the Los Angeles Lakers, one only needs to look at the bench. Or more accurately, just to the right of it.
There, on the far side of LeBron James’ throne-esque raised seat is where Bonga sits, on the floor with his knees to his chest, watching, waiting for a chance that isn’t coming any time soon.
But the Lakers didn’t select Bonga with the 39th overall pick in the 2018 NBA Draft and give him a four-year deal with almost $2.