I get the question about LeBron coming off the bench, but let's be real - that's never happening. LeBron was All-NBA last year while Rui Hachimura is barely an effective on-ball defender. When you're comparing a guy who can still anchor a defense and elevate everyone around him to a role player, the math is simple. The Lakers' recent wins look good on paper, but check that schedule - Minnesota, Memphis, Portland, Charlotte. They lost to the Hawks and Blazers. You don't win championships without your best players on the floor, and LeBron is still clearly their best option at the 4.