Power-ranking the 10 biggest challengers to the Lakers in 2020-21

3. Golden State Warriors

Be honest: You forgot about the Golden State Warriors, didn’t you? It’s only natural; the basketball world spent years lamenting their very existence for “sucking the fun out of the NBA.” But as exciting as a season without Warriors dominance was, we missed Stephen Curry, Klay Thompson and yes, even Draymond Green.

The Dubs will be back in full force and fully healthy by the time the 2020-21 campaign is underway, and though Green’s athleticism is starting to wane, any team with him and the Splash Brothers can’t be counted out.

How Steve Kerr implements Andrew Wiggins, an athletic and younger wing with notable shooting and shot selection flaws, will determine how successful the Warriors are in their long-awaited comeback tour. But if younger pieces like Kevon Looney and Eric Paschall are ready to contribute after being thrown in the fire in a tanking season, Golden State could be back in a very big way next year.