Making a comeback from one of their most embarrassing NBA season in 2021, Los Angeles Lakers are trying to turn things around in 2022. However, the team has not been able to keep up with the expectations. Evidently, they are off to a poor start in the ongoing NBA season. LA was anticipated to put its difficulties in the past this year and resume its pursuit of the NBA championship. But after dropping their first four games of the season, they appear to be everything but contenders.
What Do The Lakers Need To Get A Winning Streak?
Staying on the floor is the first step Lakers must take to resemble a team that can contend. After sustaining an ankle ailment that kept him out for most of the previous season, Anthony Davis only participated in 40 games. Elsewhere, LeBron James appears to be in excellent condition for a man his age, but Father Time has the upper hand. James still needs breaks to maintain his body in shape throughout the year, even if he is performing at a level consistent with when he was 25.
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Last season, LeBron James participated in 56 of the Lakers\’ 82 games while missing the majority of those contests due to an ankle ailment. Some of those contests served just to relax James\’ body in preparation for a playoff push that never materialized.
Conversely, one of the most dangerous players in the league is AD. He can shoot the three, put the ball on the floor, and dominate in the paint. He also averages double-digit rebounds each game. Davis\’ mobility, which is aided by his stature and length, is his greatest asset and worst weakness. However, he has a major injury concern and needs to stay fit to keep the Lakers\’ campaign on track. Darvin Ham, the team\’s new head coach, must find a method to keep his big man in the paint and away from the three-point line. That would significantly reduce a key aspect of his game. But this greatly increases his chances of staying healthy during the regular season.
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The Lakers\’ superstars won\’t be the reason for their success if something like that happens this year. James and Davis will need support from the supporting cast members all season long. Not just when they are injured or taking a break from play. Lonnie Walker, who moved to LA from Spurs over the summer, is currently the lone offensive player that is producing. Walker is averaging 15.3 points per game, while Patrick Beverley is the top-scoring reserve with 5 points per game.
