The Lakers are currently in 7th place in the West with 23 wins and 23 losses, and their winning percentage has been hovering around 50%. Perkins, who has now become a commentator, said on the show that he believes the Lakers should let Westbrook play as a substitute, while James changed to the starting center, he also said that it does not matter who is the starter and the substitute, the key is who stays on the court at the end of the game.
The Lakers introduced Westbrook, James, and Thick Brow to form a big three through a big deal last summer, and also recruited a number of veteran players, so that they were widely optimistic before the start of the season and could become the title contending force in the West. It's just that the season is halfway through, but the Lakers are struggling, and their remaining schedule is extremely difficult, which naturally makes people worry about the Lakers.
Now when Perkins talks about whether it is time to let Westbrook play as a substitute, Perkins gives his answer, and he gives a positive reply. Perkins said, "I think for the Lakers, that's the way it is. I think Westbrook has come to a turning point in his career at the moment, and he's no longer the same guy he used to be. I think Westbrook should play as a substitute, that's not a bad thing. A lot of people think, 'Oh! No, you're no longer the starter, you're not a player at that level anymore. No, in fact it doesn't matter who starts and who comes off the bench, what matters is who stays on the pitch at the end of the game. ”
In the Lakers' loss to the Pacers, Westbrook was pressed on the bench by Vogel at the last moment, almost letting him leave the court early, and the Lakers also lost to the Pacers. After the game, Vogel said that he only left the lineup that he felt could win on the field, which also caused a heated discussion in public opinion.
Perkins also added further, "I think it's good to have Westbrook play as a substitute, and then let James play the starting point guard, so that Westbrook and James can be staggered, and Westbrook can be back to the familiar Westbrook, and he can play aggressively, not just watch on the court." ”
"Wei Shao will not leave the Lakers, so he must be allowed to play the right role, not let him stand outside the three-point line, not a mid-range jumper, but need to let him hold the ball to advance, and to complete the offensive end." Thick-browed brother is expected to make a comeback, the Lakers still need to adjust their lineup, and the use of Westbrook is extremely critical.