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Anthony Davis Is the Lakers’ Present, and Their Future

Each sidekick selected by LeBron James in his last three stops served a clear purpose upon James’s arrival at a new location. He teamed up with Dwyane Wade to find a true partner in crime and, more importantly, one who boasted championship experience. Kyrie Irving served as an impactful second playmaker, tasked with controlling the action for significant stretches as James rested. Both Wade and Irving lived up to expectations. Anthony Davis is currently exceeding them.

Davis is the first dominant above-the-rim presence to play with James, and he’s been, as advertised, a shot blocker and rim protector.