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Los Angeles Lakers: 5 takeaways from the 2018-19 NBA season

By Tony Pesta

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 24: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during a game against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center on March 24, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images,)
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - MARCH 24: LeBron James #23 of the Los Angeles Lakers looks on during a game against the Sacramento Kings at Staples Center on March 24, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Allen Berezovsky/Getty Images,) /
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1. A second superstar is needed

This is by far the most obvious takeaway from the 2018-19 NBA season for the Los Angeles Lakers. This team is not going anywhere without another superstar-caliber player on the roster.

LeBron James was great this season. As previously stated, his individual statistics were legendary as always. However, anyone watching the games could see that James isn’t capable of single-handedly carrying a team anymore, especially in the Western Conference. This man needs some help on both ends of the floor.

There is a reason the Lakers were desperately attempting to trade for Anthony Davis at the trade deadline. This roster simply isn’t talented enough to win anything meaningful. Sure, Brandon Ingram and Lonzo Ball have shown potential, but James likely doesn’t have enough gas in the tank to wait on their development.

When looking back at James’ last eight trips to the NBA Finals, there is a common factor in each season. In Miami, James had the help of Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh. In Cleveland, he was joined by Kyrie Irving and Kevin Love. Now, James is joined by the likes of Lance Stephenson and Rajon Rondo, and he plays in an even tougher conference.

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The offseason is going to be vital to this franchise’s success. L.A. absolutely needs to land a minimum of one superstar this summer. Whether it be through a trade or free agency, this team has to get another star.

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