The team added two future Hall of Fame players in Steve Nash andDwight Howard during the summer to an already formidable roster featuring Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol.
Touted as a pre-season favorite to represent the Western Conference in the NBA Finals after acquiring Steve Nash andDwight Howard in the off-season, the Lakers have embarrassed themselves and their fans by displaying poor leadership, resulting in a record of 19-25 (winning percentage of .432).