Hello everyone, I'm Tian Tian Xiaolai, and today I bring you the following:
In the NBA midseason finals, the Lakers beat the Pacers 123-109 to win the championship, and James and Davis once again proved themselves to be the core of the Lakers. This victory also proves that Pelinka made the right decision, and the Lakers do not need to be superstitious about the so-called Big Three, they just need to deploy a group of excellent instant players. Although the Lakers have emptied almost all of their rotation in order to get Willis, these short-term sacrifices have not had a substantial impact on the Lakers due to the excellent performances of players such as Reddish and Prince. It is worth mentioning that Reddish's excellent performance in this game became one of the biggest takeaways for the Lakers. After back-to-back team changes, Reddish found his value with James and Davis. His ability to cover on the wing and his anticipation of helping to defend make the Lakers' defense airtight.
In this game, Reddish played 33 minutes, shooting 4-of-7 from the field and 1-of-3 from three-point range, finishing with 9 points, 3 rebounds, 1 assist and 3 blocks. And his plus/minus of +24 is the highest in the game, beating the likes of James and Davis. Although the Lakers only hit two three-pointers in the game, Reddish's presence made them no pressure against the Pacers. His height is 203 meters, arm span 216 meters, capable of covering from position 1 to position 4. That's why James and Davis both named Reddish when they talked about the win after the game, because his defensive value is self-evident. Reddish's stellar performance is also a reminder of his eagerness, with Jan Sr. believing he is eager to prove himself and use the platform of the mid-season championship title to showcase his skills for big rewards. And in this game, Reddish managed to slap those who didn't think well of him in the face.
This victory not only allowed the Lakers to win the championship, but also strengthened their belief and strategy. Overall, the Lakers are a very strong team, and they not only have two superstars like James and Davis, but also a group of great instant players. While they have emptied almost all of their rotation in order to get Willis, the outstanding performances of these players have proved that decision to be the right one. Reddish's excellent performance has also made the Lakers' defense stronger, which will be very important for future games. Finally, we expect the Lakers to continue to play well for the rest of the season and bring more exciting games to the fans. Reddish helped the Lakers win, could open up a career game against the Indiana Pacers, Lakers rookie Reddish played well and became one of the team's best players.
Even though he didn't create many points, rebounds, and assists in this game, everything he did on the court helped the team win. Reaves' assessment was very pertinent: "Don't worry about Reddish's points, rebounds and assists, because it doesn't affect him and he's our best player tonight." Reddish stifled the Pacers' play and made it difficult for them on the offensive end. "Reddish's excellent defense and understanding of the game made it difficult for the Pacers to play on the offensive end. Reddish was a rookie with the 10th pick in the first round in '19 and was dubbed "Paul George Jr." However, shooting has always been a constraining issue, and no team from the Hawks to the Knicks to the Trail Blazers has been able to tap into his potential. In this offseason's free agency, Reddish was unwanted.
In the end, the Lakers signed Reddish to a two-year, $4.63 million veteran base salary contract, with a player option for the second year. Last season, Reddish averaged 97 points 22 rebounds 14 assists 10 steals, shooting 446%, 313%。This contract is definitely a small leak for the Lakers, and Reddish proves that other teams don't have a vision. If the Lakers can win the championship this year, Reddish's consistent performance will greatly enhance his personal value. Next offseason, he could jump out of his contract and sign a four-year, $56 million contract like Reaves. After all, the league has a huge need for a forward right now, and all Reddish needs is a stage, and the Lakers can give him that opportunity. Reddish's performances have also led to a new understanding of the player.
He may be an important part of the Lakers' further growth and open up a new world for his career. Now, we can only hope that Reddish can continue to play well in the next games and get more wins for the Lakers. What do you think of Reddish's performance?Feel free to leave a comment.