ESPN is already putting out crazy projections for the Lakers season

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - APRIL 12: Bronny James #9, Deandre Ayton #5 and Jake LaRavia #12 of the Los Angeles Lakers laugh court side during a 131-107 Lakers win at Crypto.com Arena on April 12, 2026 in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) | Getty Images As the countdown for the NBA seas