I have to say that the Lakers know wester best is James!
On March 19, Beijing time, the Lakers played against the Raptors on the road. In the end, the Lakers won 128-123 against the Raptors. This is the first time the Lakers have won on the road since January 26, Beijing time. The Lakers ended their three-game losing streak while also ending their embarrassing 11-game losing streak.
The Lakers can win this game, and the biggest victory is James. James played 44 minutes and 41 seconds in the game, shooting 15-of-26, including 2-of-7 from three-point range, and had 36 points, 9 rebounds and 7 assists. In the 4th quarter, James shot 7-of-10 in a single quarter, including 2-of-4 from three-point range, slashing 16 points. In the final moments, James cut eight consecutive points to turn the tide, giving Westbrook the opportunity to shoot a three-pointer.
In addition to James, Westbrook is the biggest contributor to the team's victory. Westbrook played 39 minutes in the game, shooting 8-of-18, including 4-of-7 from three-point range, and a triple-double of 22 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists. In the last ten seconds of regular time, the Lakers trailed by 3 points and had no ball possession, Westbrook completed the steal, and then a dragon was brought to the front and hit a deadly 3-pointer against the defense.
There is also 1 riot operation in Wei Shao. In fact, when the ball was stopped, the right foot stepped on the 3-point line. At this time, Wei Shao first closed his foot, and then shot a 3-point shot. In an interview after the game, Wei Shao said that he looked down at the three-point line to make sure his feet were outside the three-point line.
James also revealed a small detail after the game. Speaking about Westbrook's three-pointer, James said: "When Westbrook approached the three-point line, I was actually staring at his foot, I saw him step on the three-point line and then move his foot back before shooting, and he showed excellent basketball IQ in that moment. ”
I have to say that James really knows Wei Shao! In the 4th quarter of the game, James' 3-point feeling was quite hot, and he also shot a very difficult three-pointer before. Westbrook has conceded two three-pointers before. At that time, many people felt that after Wei Shao snatched, he should look for James and let James complete the absolutely flat shot. But James just knew that Westbrook would strike.
James didn't stare at Westbrook's ball or prepare for the catch, because he knew Westbrook would shoot the ball himself. James just stared at Westbrook's feet to see if he would step on the line, and it seems that Durant's goal in last year's playoffs left too much of an impression on the NBA players!
That's the difference between Westbrook and James' playing styles. At the critical moment, Wei Shao would throw the key ball without hesitation, that is, he dared to take on such a responsibility. Although James is absolutely capable of shooting all kinds of key balls at key moments, James plays more rationally and reasonably, sometimes choosing teammates who believe he is in a better position.
Hopefully, through this game, the Lakers can get back some form. If Westbrook can get back in shape before the playoffs arrive, and Anthony Davis can return in the playoffs, the Lakers, under the leadership of James, are likely to create some miracles.
In the NBA, you can always trust James! He's had so many miracles in his whole career!