The Los Angeles Lakers functioned like a family during the 2019-20 season, with all 15 members of the roster truly pulling in one direction.
Jared Dudley, who was one of the team’s first free-agent signings in the summer of 2019, proved to be an invaluable member of the bench unit. His veteran leadership and willingness to speak out was the perfect addition to L.A., even if Dudley rarely saw the court.
Now, the Lakers are faced with the task of taking a championship roster and attempting to improve it for a shot at going back-to-back in 2021.