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There were a number of reasons the Los Angeles Lakers disappointed during the 2012-13 campaign, but primary among them was the team's lack of depth.

As we watch yet another Finals without the Lakers, what do we see? We see a league influenced with the principles introduced by Mike Dantoni, now represented in the Finals.The San Antonio Spurs , the most traditional of franchises, is succeeding with small lineups, pick and rolls, 3 point shooting and a fast pace.

Mar 28, 2013; Washington, D.C., USA; Syracuse Orange guard Brandon Triche shoots a layup in the first half against the Marquette Golden Eagles during the finals of the East regional of the 2013 NCAA tournament at the Verizon Center.

Devin Ebanks had one of the best seats in the crowd to watch the Lakers disappointing 2012-13 campaign.