Before the Los Angeles Lakers managed to secure their 17th title in franchise history, the WNBA had already put the finishing touches on a successful restart in their own bubble by crowning the Seattle Storm as champions.
Although Avery Bradley may have opted out of taking part in this year’s festivities, his impact can still be heavily felt on both sides. Bradley decided to remain at home for the NBA season restart after revealing that his 6-year-old son has a history of respiratory illnesses.
While his absence dealt a major blow to the Lakers’ lineup and potential rotation, the confidence he had in the team being able to find a way to get the job done was well-warranted.