Lakers Show Competitive Spirit but Forget Defense Plays…
The Los Angeles Lakers found themselves trying to outmuscle a mega-sized Milwaukee Bucks squad without their starting frontcourt. But let’s be honest, it was like sending kids to break a piñata without the blindfold; the spirit was strong, but the execution—ouch! Even JJ Redick had to chuckle at his own team’s defensive hiccups. Luka Doncic tried to carry the team like an overworked pack mule, but alas, the heroic effort wasn’t contagious in their 20-point “close” defeat.
Redick shared a post-game analysis that could send basketball coaches everywhere reaching for the antacids. He candidly admitted in a Spectrum SportsNet interview that his crew played like it was April Fool’s on defense. Giannis and Dame were granted free tattoos to the hoop, and an open invitation to miss defensive rotations. His team was spirited, like a pet dog that barks at intruders but forgets to guard the house.
With this road trip baptism by fire nearing its end in Denver, the Lakers are hoping their spirit can morph into brainpower. Austin Reaves isn’t letting the injuries rain on their parade, showing optimism akin to buying an umbrella as a hurricane approaches. As for JJ, he might be attending NBA coaching sessions with a “how-to” guide in hand pretty soon!
