The 2008-2009 NBA season is almost here! The Lakers had a great season last year, winning the very competitive West and falling two wins shy of being the world champions. They’ve kept their core intact and are welcoming back their franchise center, Andrew Bynum. The Lakers will be opening up their season against the young and talented Portland Trailblazers. There’s no doubt that the matchup between Kobe Bryant and Brandon Roy may very well decide the outcome of this particular game. But more importantly, we get a glimpse of what the future might hold for the center position when Andrew Bynum goes toe to toe against Greg Oden. FULL ARTICLE