The Los Angeles Lakers need to have viable backup plans available for the 2013-14 season if Kobe Bryant is not ready to go on opening night.
The Black Mamba continues to spend his offseason rehabbing an Achilles tear he suffered back in April that prevented him from playing in the 2013 NBA playoffs. According to a July article by ESPN’s Arash Markazi, the Lakers “not only expect Kobe Bryant to be back by the start of the regular season but believe he could be back by the preseason.”
Considering that Bryant is so far ahead of schedule, having a Plan B, C and D doesn't seem necessary. Nevertheless, it’s always a good idea to prepare for the worst-case scenario. The question will be, what lineups should Mike D'Antoni and his coaching staff utilize if Bryant isn't readily available.
Option One: Veteran Presence
Lineup: Steve Nash, Jodie Meeks, Nick Young, Pau Gasol, Chris Kaman
The Los Angeles Lakers currently have the second-oldest roster in the NBA with an average age of 29.2 years. Additionally, they’ll rank third in the NBA next season wi ...
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LA Lakers Backup Plan If Kobe Bryant Misses 2013-14 Opening Game
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