The Los Angeles Lakers have been trying to put themselves in the best possible place to compete within the Western Conference. With the West being so loaded, the 13-12 Lakers have fallen behind in the standings a little bit.

The Lakers have done a horrific job preparing for the end of LeBron's career, wasting his final days with a nonsensical roster. Los Angeles' front office has been given a unique opportunity to acquire a superstar and they need to take advantage of it.