On January 1, Beijing time, the Lakers lost to the Pelicans 109-129 in the NBA regular season, suffering two consecutive defeats in a back-to-back. After the game, Lakers star James said in an interview that the team is facing a lack of personnel, and he believes that this is not an excuse for failure. He emphasised that all people experience situations like injuries and travel, and that the key is how to solve them.
In the last game, Lakers coach Darvin Ham revealed that James had been sick that day and still insisted on playing. In this game, James played 37 minutes again with illness, and scored 34 points, 5 rebounds and 8 assists. The Lakers still couldn't turn the tide and suffered a two-game losing streak.
This is the 400th game of James' career, with 30 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists, ranking first in history. This milestone doesn't overshadow the problems the Lakers are currently facing. The Lakers have a 17-17 record after this game, ranking 9th in the West. It's worth noting that after winning the midseason tournament, the Lakers have a record of just 3 wins and 8 losses.
For the Lakers, the road this season seems to be fraught with challenges. With a superstar like James, injuries and personnel problems have been plaguing the team. Even in tough times, James has always maintained tenacity and determination, giving his all for the team.
James' play alone is clearly not enough. The Lakers need other players to step up and share the pressure. After the mid-season tournament, the Lakers' performance has dropped significantly, which shows that the team needs to improve when it comes to dealing with difficulties and pressures.
The Lakers also need to work on roster depth and the performance of their role players. In the game, the performance of the role players often determines the direction of the game. If the Lakers' role players can reach their potential and provide consistent contributions to the team, then the Lakers' overall strength will be further improved.
Injuries are part of the game and no team can avoid them entirely. The Lakers need to better manage and protect the health of their players. The coaching staff needs to develop a reasonable training and game plan to ensure that the players can perform at their best when it matters most. Players also need to take responsibility for their bodies and recover their strength through a sensible diet and rest.
For James, he is undoubtedly the leader and core of this Lakers team. His performances and attitude will have a direct impact on the direction of the team. He is now over 37 years old and his form is still at its peak. Not only did he excel on the offensive end, but he also made a huge contribution to the team on the defensive end. His tenacity and fighting spirit inspired his teammates to overcome difficulties and fight for victory.
James' age and fitness status cannot be ignored either. In back-to-back races, he needs more rest and recovery time to stay in top shape. The Lakers also need to find other scoring spots in key moments to ease the burden on James. Only then will the Lakers be able to maintain a consistent performance over the long season.
As a superstar in the NBA, James has many characteristics and abilities. These traits not only make him an unbeatable player on the pitch, but also his charismatic and business acumen off the pitch.
James has exceptional leadership skills. As a core player for the Lakers, he has always led by example and set an example for his teammates. He was able to mobilize the morale and fighting spirit of the team and lead the team to victory at crucial moments. He is a good communicator and is able to build good relationships with players with different personalities and backgrounds, making the team more united.
James has excellent skills on both the offensive and defensive ends. He has great scoring ability and can score from any position on the court. He is also an excellent passer and playmaker, able to control the team's offensive and defensive tempo. He is also very good on the defensive end, able to defend players in multiple positions.
James has amazing physical fitness and is able to maintain a good performance for long periods of time in the game. His speed, bounce, and stamina are excellent, allowing him to score back-to-back points or grab key rebounds in key moments.
James showed great fighting spirit and perseverance in the game. He has always been able to step up in key moments and contribute important scoring and defense to the team. Even when the team faced difficulties, he never gave up and always maintained confidence and fighting spirit.
In addition to his achievements on the basketball court, James has also demonstrated exceptional business acumen off the court. He was actively involved in investing and creating his own brand, building a large business empire. He is also actively involved in social causes, contributing to the community through his own foundation and philanthropic activities.
The Lakers also need to make targeted additions to the roster. As the season progresses, the gap between the teams narrows. The Lakers need to find players on the trade market or free agent market to add depth and strength to the roster.