As we head deeper into a new year, contenders in each NBA conference are clear. Here's an assessment of the top-tier Western Conference teams and the big question facing each in 2020. (Eastern Conference contenders) Los Angeles Lakers (29-7) THE BIG QUESTION: How good is the supporting cast around LeBron James? Entering the season, it was natural to question whether James, who turned 35 on December 30, still was a dominant force. James has crushed any doubts that his prime is behind him by authoring one of the best seasons of his career (24.9 ppg., 7.9 rpg., 11 apg.). Thanks to his commitment to becoming an even better playmaker, he has lifted the Lakers back to prominence. Led by Anthony Davis, L.A.’s supporting cast seems, on the surface, to be well suited for a title challenge. Veterans such as Dwight Howard have experienced a resurgence while youngsters such as Alex Caruso have become rotation staples. Glance up and down the roster and it seems like the club has built a deep, versatile roster to complem
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