It's been a rough couple months for the Los Angeles Lakers. After losing Kobe Bryant to a torn Achilles tendon in April, the Lakers were unable to re-sign Dwight Howard. They also lost long-time starting small forward Metta World Peace, whom they amnestied.
Even though Howard brings plenty of antics off the court, he still has the most pure talent of any center in the league.
The Lakers have made a number of signings to try and revamp a roster that finished with a disappointing 45-37 record. They signed center Chris Kaman, small forward Wesley Johnson, shooting guard Nick Young and point guard Jordan Farmar.
Still, even with the new additions, the Lakers will not be able to contend if Bryant cannot recover from his injury.
Fortunately, it seems like he's ahead of schedule on his recovery. Arash Markazi of ESPN LA notes that Bryant could be back by preseason:
Lakers vice president Jim Buss updated NBA TV (via ESPN LA) on Bryant's recovery:
Well, we're in Vegas, and I would bet a lot of money that this guy comes back probably in preseason. He's real sharp in t ...
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Lakers News: Kobe Bryant’s Speedy Recovery Will Make Team Contenders
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