The clearest sign of the Lakers’ depth this season is that, despite Luka Dončić playing in only half the games and LeBron James not yet suiting up, the Lakers are 6-2 and on a four-game winning streak.

Despite players moving in and out of the lineup, the Lakers have hardly missed a beat. Equally as impressive, when players are returning, they are integrating seamlessly and the team is still finding success.

It’s been a great start to the season in that regard. But how much has the trust in those role players who have stepped up improved?

We have a full starting lineup this time. In the Grizzlies’ game on Friday, the Lakers showed us their full-strength starting lineup.

Starters: Luka Dončić, Austin Reaves, Marcus Smart, Rui Hachimura, Deandre Ayton

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