The Los Angeles Lakers have new life with the signing of the marquee free agent of the offseason, LeBron James. The Lakers have immediately catapulted into the conversation with the best in the Western Conference, but according to BetOnline.ag, the Lakers only have 10/1 odds to win the Pacific Division.

Of course, the Golden State Warriors are overwhelming favorites to win the division at 1/15. The Clippers sit at 33/1 while the Phoenix Suns and Sacramento Kings are complete longshots at 100/1.

It's safe to say that Vegas doesn't see anyone knocking off the Warriors in the Pacific Division this season. But if there is anyone who can do it, it's the Lakers. LeBron has the ability to turn his team into an immediate contender no matter who he plays for. Surround him with budding stars like Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram, Kyle Kuzma, and Josh Hart, and you have a recipe for success.

But even with as much upside as there is in Los Angeles, the Warriors still will have too much firepower. The best chance the Lakers have is if the Warriors lack focus at points in the season and remain complacent. This has been one of the most consistent problems for the Warriors the last two seasons. Of course, they always find a way to right the ship when it counts.

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But with little to no reward for winning your division, the Warriors may not push themselves for it in a race down the stretch. Ensuring they head into the playoffs healthy and in sync is far more important.

Essentially, if you're betting on the Lakers to win the Pacific, hope the Warriors put it in cruise control for decent portions of the season.

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