D'Angelo Russell accomplishing these three goals would help the Lakers improve and also help his chances of not getting traded.

With training camp for the 2024-25 season nearing, the Los Angeles Lakers are preparing to bounce back from a disappointing 2023-24 campaign. They have made virtually no offseason additions, and while many are predicting doom and gloom for them,

Rui Hachimura seems to be a player who Lakers fans either think highly of or feel is a chronic underachiever. He may not be a star, but he could play a vital role in the team taking a step forward this coming season.