LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - AUGUST 10: Head coach Frank Vogel looks at Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a press conference at Staples Center on August 10, 2021 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy/Getty Images)
It probably seems longer, but only 10 months ago the Los Angeles Lakers clinched the 2020 title in Orlando.
As all fans know, the 2021 season was ruined by injuries. Anthony Davis missed half the season while LeBron James sat out 27 games. The duo returned for the playoffs but were obviously not at full strength.