The Los Angeles Lakers approached the 2020 NBA Playoffs with a roster made of stars in Anthony Davis and LeBron James, experienced veterans and players who had never reached the postseason before.
The Orlando bubble is something of a hoops crash course for Kyle Kuzma, Alex Caruso and Talen Horton-Tucker, who are making their respective first playoff appearance. They needed to adapt quickly and endure a substantial pressure that stems from playing on a championship team — and alongside James, a three-time NBA champion, no less.
But the Lakers role players have fared well, providing their All-Star teammates with substantial support when called upon and receiving praise from James himself.