The growth of the Lakers is the focus of the basketball world! This team is rising at an eye-popping pace, and their second half of the season is even more exciting! In the ninth place in the West, they are like the Tigers going down, and the Lakers led by James and Bushy Eyebrows will challenge for the top six spots in the West.
Back last season, the Lakers soared in the second half of the season, and finally managed to make the playoffs and reach the Western Conference Finals! The quality of this team has long been recognized, and the performances this season have been even more exciting. Despite being plagued by injuries, the core players of the Lakers team are still fighting bravely, and with the recovery of Russell, Reaves and Hachimura, the Lakers' strength will usher in a new improvement!
And before the trade deadline, the Lakers were caught in a sea of gossip. However, Russell's crazy outburst gave great confidence to the management and coaching staff! The Lakers' eventual decision to walk away from the trade and stick to their core roster proved to be wise and correct. In the past 20 games, Russell has contributed an average of 202 points +34 rebounds +65 assists +1Amazing data of 2 steals, the efficiency is amazing!
In addition, Hachimura and Reeves also shone on the court, showing amazing strength and talent. Hachimura has averaged more than 20 points per game in the last three games, shooting 686%, while Reaves has contributed an average of 22. in their last 8 games3 points +48 rebounds +73 assists +12 steals, the data is very eye-catching!
Reaves, in particular, has been the Lakers' right-hand man since last season. Not only did he show exceptional ability on the pitch, but he was also a dedicated teammate off the pitch. In a healthy rivalry with Russell, Reaves struggled for the Lakers' position as the Lakers' Big Three. And his recent performance in the game is even more eye-catching, averaging 20+ points per game, bringing valuable victory to the team!
The rise of the Lakers is inseparable from the efforts of every player, and Reaves' contract extension is the icing on the cake for the team. Leaving Reeves with only $13.5 million a year is simply a big baby! With the gradual recovery of other players in the team, the strength of the Lakers will go to the next level!
To sum up, the Lakers' second half of the season is ecstatic! Every improvement is inseparable from the hard work of every player, and this team spirit will also accompany the Lakers to a more brilliant future! Let's look forward to the Lakers continuing to create miracles in the next games and bring more surprises to the fans!