In back-to-back nights the Lakers lost to the team with the best record in the NBA and the one with the worst.
’s absence. Before Saturday’s game I asked Walton what besides Ball is going wrong. “Our energy,” he said. “The multiple efforts. To be a good defensive team you have to really fly around the court and make multiple efforts all game and I think for whatever reason, the grind of the season, the different amount of lineup changes that we’ve been going through, the personnel changes with the injuries we had. Having to change the style of play. I don’t know.
said. “It’s just a mentality. The mind set hasn’t been what it needs to be and that’s why it’s been a roller coaster season.”James has put up impressive statistical numbers since the All-Star break, but the Lakers need more from him. At this point, what ails the Lakers isn’t about personnel. They were playing much better earlier in the season, even through some injuries and suspensions. James’ leadership will be critical as the season closes.
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