The Los Angeles Lakers, who have the third seed in the Western Conference, arguably have the best superstar duo in the NBA right now in LeBron James and Luka Doncic. They also have a legitimate "Big Three" with guard Austin Reaves playing at an All-Star level, and as a result, they're considered by many to be legitimate championship contenders.

The Los Angeles Lakers will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round of the NBA playoffs, marking the 24th different team James has faced in the postseason. What's more, James isn't slowing down with age—that much is obvious from how his 22nd went.

With the playoffs on the horizon the Lakers elected to sit several veteran players, which paved the way for a spot for Bronny James in the starting five.