The basketball drought that lasted nearly six months is finally over, and the Los Angeles Lakers will finally take to the hardwood again when the preseason starts on Tuesday. Much has changed since the last time the purple and gold laced up their high tops, so let’s break down some things to watch for this preseason.
Life After Kobe
Kobe Bryant is arguably the greatest Lakers player of all time after spending 20 years in Los Angeles, but the legendary guard retired at the end of last season, leaving a number of questions that will need to be answered.