NBA: 10 things that LeBron James brings to the Lakers

#6 Leadership

2018 NBA Finals

If there’s one aspect of LeBron’s greatness that gets less accolade, it’s his leadership skills. But make no mistake about it, his ability to lead is right there at the level of the bests of the best. And with the nucleus of his new team composed mostly of promising young guns, his leadership will be indispensable.

The unique combination of veterans and youngsters could give Lakers a lift this season, but the presence of LeBron must be enough to inspire the rest of the lineup to perform individually and collectively at a higher level.

#5 Great Expectations

2016 NBA Finals

One sure thing that comes with LeBron’s transfer to the Lakers is the level of expectation from the entire basketball world. And whether they could make great expectations fuel their drive to overachieve this season remains to be seen. Expect the King to take the lead and no other else.

Right off the bat, LeBron James has painted a large target on their back which all other franchises would surely aim their bigger arrows at “Beat LA” chants will surely reverberate in every NBA stadium, although, for sure, no matter how loud would just fall on LeBron’s deaf ears.