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The Los Angeles Lakers pulled off one of the biggest trades in NBA history by acquiring 26-year-old Luka Doncic. But questions about his shape and conditioning continue to follow him—especially now, with the LA Lakers trailing 1-3 in their first-round series against the Minnesota Timberwolves and facing elimination During a recent Q&A session, Lakers beat writer Jovan Buha of The Athletic addressed concerns about Luka’s fitness. “I don’t think it’s as much of a problem as some people do,” Buha said on his recent podcast. “I think people look at how he looks and then like to make certain projections…
The Lakers now stand at a critical crossroads, facing a scenario where history hangs in the balance. With elimination looming and every second counting, the upcoming game becomes more than just another matchup—it’s a fierce battle for survival and legacy. This must-win Game 5 against the Timberwolves is more than just another contest on the schedule; it is a defining moment in the 2024-25 season. The Lakers need to secure three straight victories to continue their playoff journey—a feat that has proven elusive through recent experiences. Historical trends reveal that the team has long struggled to achieve consecutive wins, particularly…
The Milwaukee Bucks are currently down 3-1 in their first round series against the Indiana Pacers. Things look bleaker than ever in Milwaukee with Damian Lillard suffering a torn Achilles and whispers about the team parting ways with homegrown superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo are growing louder. Tuesday morning on Get Up, Carlos Boozer took the fantasy of Giannis actually leaving Milwaukee to its logical NBA rumor mill extreme: What if he teamed up with Luka Doncic on the Los Angeles Lakers? If Giannis doesn’t want to come back to Milwaukee, and it’s really up to him if he wants to stay…
After a nail-biting 116-113 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 4, the Lakers have been pushed to the edge of elimination. What could have been a good game for LA was ruined by Anthony Edwards, who looked refined with his “shoot it every time” mentality in the final quarter. Sure, the other side had LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves, who gave their best, but it was simply not enough to stop Edwards. But here’s an even more interesting fact: Lakers head coach JJ Redick simply refused to make a substitution after halftime. For all 24 minutes of…
The Los Angeles Lakers’ lack of a reliable center has become a major weakness in their playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. With Anthony Davis now in Dallas, the Lakers’ thin frontcourt has been exposed, and a reunion with Milwaukee Bucks star Brook Lopez could be the solution this summer. The Los Angeles Lakers’ decision to trade Anthony Davis for Luka Doncic left a massive hole in their frontcourt. Their current options at center—Jaxson Hayes and Alex Len—have been ineffective: Jaxson Hayes: – 1.8 PPG – 2.0 RPG – 0.3 APG – 0.3 BPG – Only 7.6 MPG Alex Len:…
The Los Angeles Lakers are on the brink of elimination, facing a 3-1 deficit in the first-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves. They most recently collapsed in Game 4, blowing a 10-point fourth-quarter lead with multiple turnovers in the final minutes. Luka Doncic scored well with 38 points on 13/28 shooting, but he only had two assists and one rebound, and his defense wasn’t great either. Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards was hunting for Doncic on switches often and that led to 43 points for Edwards. But some are using this performance as a reason why the Mavericks were correct…
If you’re one of the many writing off the Los Angeles Lakers after their 3-1 series deficit to the Minnesota Timberwolves, it’s time to check the math, because the odds aren’t as slim as they appear. The narrative being pushed everywhere is that teams down 3-1 have just a 4.5% chance of coming back. That’s true in general, but it’s misleading in this particular case. The Lakers are not just another team down 3-1, they’re a team with home-court advantage and two generational playoff performers in LeBron James and Luka Doncic. Here’s the real number: 9 out of the 20…
Engaging Opening In the high-stakes world of the NBA, heated debates often extend beyond the court and into the realm of management decisions. A recent exchange has reignited discussions about accountability and influence, drawing both praise and criticism from the basketball community. Defending a Key Figure An influential voice within the league has come forward to defend Nico Harrison, a figure caught in a swirl of controversy. Amid persistent criticism directed at Harrison, this defender emphasizes his crucial role and contributions. The defender’s remarks resonate with those who believe that evaluating a player’s worth should extend beyond isolated transactions or…
The Los Angeles Lakers have many problems right now in their first-round playoff series versus the Minnesota Timberwolves, which they trail three games to one. Just about every player who has played in the series needs to do better in at least one facet of the game. That includes Luka Doncic, who has played very high-level basketball offensively in three of the four games that have taken place. He has gone over the 30-point mark in each of those three games and is shooting a respectable 46.5% from the field and 36.8% from 3-point range in all four games. However,…
There’s no getting away from it: The Los Angeles Lakers are in deep trouble.