The Lakers suffered another defeat, and this time the setback weighed heavily on the team and fans. In back-to-back games, the Lakers tried their best with 31 points, 8 rebounds and 4 assists with James in a suspension, but in the end they couldn't save the defeat and were won by the Timberwolves. The loss sent the Lakers on a losing streak and sparked a flurry of discussions about the team's current state and future development.
First, it's worth paying attention to the impact of James' absence on the Lakers. James has always been the leader of the Lakers, and his presence not only has a huge impact on the offensive end, but also plays an irreplaceable role in organizing the team and mobilizing the atmosphere.
James' suspension has deprived the Lakers of a key player, negatively impacting the team's overall playbook and team cohesion. Fans are worried that if James' injury is severe, the Lakers could face even more challenges in future games.
Secondly, although the performance of the thick-eyebrow Davis in this game is excellent, it also reveals the current problems of the Lakers. In James' absence, the team relied too heavily on singles and lacked a variety of offensive means. It's easy for opponents to limit the Lakers' scoring by focusing on defensive thick eyebrows, which also makes the Lakers look weak on the offensive end. The team needs to better adjust its tactics, develop the offensive ability of other players, and form a more complete offensive system to better cope with various game situations.
On the other hand, the Timberwolves showed strong overall strength in this game. Edwards' outstanding play not only contributed 27 points to the team, but also stepped up in key moments to become the best player of the game for the Timberwolves. The twin-tower duo of Towns and Gobert held their ground on the inside and provided solid defensive support for the team. The Timberwolves' performance was not only impressive, but also showed the potential of this young team.
In addition, the Lakers' form has not improved since the midseason tournament, and the four-game losing streak has put the team in a slump.
This has also raised doubts about whether the squad needs to be adjusted and strengthened. Whether it is necessary to find more suitable players in the trade market, or adjust the tactical system, has become a question that needs to be seriously considered. Team management needs to think carefully and find an effective way to restore the winning momentum.
Overall, the Lakers lost again in this game, exposing some problems and dilemmas. The team needs to quickly adjust to the state after James returns from injury and regain the confidence to win. This is also the result that the Lakers and their fans are looking forward to, believing that the team will have better performances and more wins over time.