On December 30, Beijing time, the 2021-22 NBA regular season was in full swing. In a just-concluded Game of Western Focus, the Lakers lost to the Grizzlies 99-104 on the road and failed to win two straight games. The record became 17 wins and 19 losses!
Although the Lakers lost the game today, James's performance was very good, with 37 points, 13 and 7 assists from that side. In contrast, Wei Shao's performance can also be remarkable, today Wei Shao played 39 minutes, 7 of 16 shots, 16 points, 10 rebounds and 12 assists, but he made as many as 5 mistakes.
In the first quarter, Westbrook quickly hit the first three-pointer of the day, and had 5 points, 2 rebounds and 3 assists on 2-of-5 shooting in a single quarter. In the second quarter of the game, Wei Shao still continued to be in good shape, scoring 5 points, 4 rebounds and 4 assists in a single quarter. At the end of the first half, Westbrook had 10 points, 6 rebounds and 7 assists on 4-of-8 shooting.
In the third quarter of the game, Westbrook missed two shots, but gave five assists for his teammates, including two connections between him and Howard, which made Lakers fans cheer. In the final quarter, Westbrook scored six consecutive points to help the team take the lead. But in the face of Morant's crazy rise, Wei Shao failed to stand up and respond.
In the final moments of the game, Wei Shao's quick attack hit a layup that no one interfered with was hit, and after seeing that the ball was not scored, Wei Shao himself looked at his hands and was very surprised. During this time, Wei Shao made several mistakes and shots in a row, and the famous Shannon Sharpe tweeted: "Coach Fitzdale, please let Wei Shao rest!" ”
It is worth mentioning that Westbrook today cut his eighth triple-double of the season, and also won a triple-double in three consecutive games, and the 192nd triple-double of his career!
According to the schedule, the Lakers will return home to meet the Blazers on January 1, and they will strive to win to avoid another losing streak.