5 Realistic Expectations For The Los Angeles Lakers In 2016-17

Jack Nicholson Shows Up To Every Home Game

Okay, so this isn’t necessarily all about Jack Nicholson, but hopefully you’ll get my point.

In recent years, the Lakers’ faithful following has wavered a bit as the former NBA dynasty strung together some terrible seasons. It seemed like the fanbase was starting to slip, with some less invested fans even jumping ship in favor of the Los Angeles Clippers.

The devotion of the Lakers’ most prominent courtside staple never wavered, though. And better yet, I don’t expect it to in 2016-17 either.

Why exactly? Well, because this team is going to get better this year. They’ve made some significant improvements this offseason, highlighted by the addition of a young, up-and-coming head coach. While it’s still advisable to temper expectations, the Lakers’ stock is undoubtedly on the rise in 2016-17 after hitting rock bottom in 2015-16.

So yes, you’ll see plenty of Jack this season. I’m sure he’ll do plenty of yelling at refs and there will be some ugly looks thrown the Los Angeles bench’s way, but he’ll be there nonetheless.

Things are looking up in Laker Land, and this robust fanbase will be resurrected in the process.