Pieces of the puzzle

As we know, the Kings’ defense filled in a significant piece yesterday when the team added Willie Mitchell. Mitchell joins Drew Doughty, Jack Johnson, Matt Greene and Rob Scuderi as a clear “top five” — although Greene is expected to miss perhaps the first month with a shoulder injury — but how will all the pieces fit together? I examined that subject today in a piece for LAKings.com. Please give it a read!

Defensive picture becoming less puzzling

And here’s your chance to be heard. Who should be Mitchell’s partner this season?

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