The Los Angeles Lakers have historically relied on star players to be the catalysts for their success. From Magic Johnson and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar in the 1980s to Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal in the 2000s, the Lakers have had some of the best players in the league to help them win championships. More recently, LeBron James and Anthony Davis have been the two players the Lakers have relied on to lead the way. Both are perennial All-Stars and have the ability to take over a game when needed. Davis is an elite two-way player and an elite rim protector, while James is one of the best all-around players in the game. Together, these two have helped the Lakers become one of the top teams in the NBA and a favorite to win the championship this season.
