Wed 10/2/13 1:53 PM

Steve Blake is preparing to play at both guard positions for the Lakers. With Kobe's Achilles injury clouding his status, and with the Lakers intent on limiting aging Steve Nash's minutes, Blake provides much-needed backcourt depth. He'll battle Jordan Farmar for minutes, however, and it remains to be seen if his role will translate into fantasy value once the team is at full strength.