Sure, and that is still a far more likely result than splitting the season series. Yes the Lakers got better, but not up to Golden State better. How many teams split season series with the Warriors in the West?
The Lakers got better enough to win about 35 games. They could flirt with 40 if they stay healthy, Lonzo shows that he's as good as the Lakers hope he is right away and the young guys (particularly Ingram) take big steps forward.
Since it's unlikely that all of the things that need to happen for them to win 40 will happen...they're a 30-35 win team, imo.
Golden St. better comes next year when Lebron and PG become Lakers.