The Los Angeles Lakers are preparing for the NBA playoffs with a six-game winning streak and a clear rotation. The team's first unit, which has been healthy since the All-Star break, has the third-best net rating (plus-9.9) among Lakers lineups that have played at least 100 possessions, is among the most balanced units the team can deploy. Expected that Doncic, Reaves and James all averaged at least 39 minutes during last season's five-game first-round loss to the Timberwolves. However, Ayton is expected to play anywhere from 25-35 minutes depending on the matchup and his individual performance. Jaxson Hayes has been a consistent part of the bench since the start of the season, playing at least 10 minutes in every game he's finished healthy.