Swanson: The Lakers’ best next move? Don’t panic

Woke up Tuesday morning to the sounds of sirens blaring, alarms going off all across the city. Panic in the streets.

Armageddon?

No, a Lakers first-round playoff exit.

Dang near everyone up in arms after the Denver Nuggets excused the Lakers 4-1 on Monday in about as competitive a gentleman’s sweep as one could imagine. I hear you all arguing about who’s gotta go! The coach! His boss! His staff! The players! Which players? All of ’em but the stars! The stars?! Be serious.

Deep breath...