Since the second game against the Spurs, the Lakers have only won 3-8. Regarding the poor results, it should be noted that:
First, attack. The offensive efficiency was 111.3, which was only better than the Spurs, Grizzlies and Hornets in the same period.
Second, defense. The defensive efficiency was 117.1, 17th in the league during the same period.
Statistically, the Lakers' poor record has more to do with offense. At this time, I have to raise thick eyebrows.
During the same period, he averaged 63.6 percent true shooting percentage from 19.5 shots per game. For comparison, Antetokounmpo 64.8%, Jokic 62.3%, Embiid 61.4%.
To add an extra mile, 71.6% of the shots with thick eyebrows so far this season have come from the inside.
By comparison, the offensive efficiency of thick eyebrows is still at the top level among big men. Although more shots come from the interior and are focused on the opponent's defense.
Based on this, it is not difficult to understand why there is news that the Lakers are interested in the Bulls' Vucevic. My understanding is that the Lakers are not the Bucks, and to be precise, there are no big Lopez-style players who share the worries of Brother Alphabet (thick eyebrows).
Of course, given the Bulls' potential rebuilding attributes, I think the Lakers are still very likely to trade Russell for Vucevic.
Reason: Contract. Vucevic still has a 3-year 60 million contract, while Russell's contract is 1+1 with an average salary of 18.5 million. In other words, the latter could become a free agent as soon as this summer. And for the rebuilding team, there is a great desire for salary space. Just like the Thunder and Jazz before it.
In addition, with Lonzo Ball's season reimbursement, the Bulls are short of point guards. Russell, on the other hand, converted 6.3 assists per 45.6 passes, which can fill Ball's void.
Meanwhile, as you can see in the chart below, Prince has averaged 2.9 three-pointers per game since the rematch against the Spurs. Regarding the three points, it should be noted that:
Explanation point 1: Strong investment. He averaged 7.4 three-point attempts per game, and 1.6 of them came from within 4 feet of opponents, shooting 58.8 percent from the field.
Note 2: Empty seats. He averaged 7.4 three-point attempts per game, 3.9 from 6 feet away, shooting 44.4 percent from beyond the arc;
Explanation point 3: Receiving investment. He averaged 7.4 three-point attempts per game, 5.9 of which came from running off the ball and shooting 40.0 percent from the field;
Explanation point 4: Holding. He averaged 7.4 three-point attempts per game, 1.2 from the dribble, shooting 38.5 percent from the field;
To sum up the above four points, Prince has the ability to shoot, open, receive and hold shots on three points alone, which is very similar to Stephen Curry and Damian Lillard. Based on that, I think Prince has reached the level of a marksman.
Reason 1: Data. He averaged 2.9 balls per game and a 39.5% three-point rate, surpassing 90% of players in the league in terms of statistics alone.
Reason 2: Features. When it comes to sharpshooters, it's bound to be all-round in terms of three-point shooting. To be precise, they can complete the shot in each situation. And as mentioned earlier, Prince has shown all-round ability in three-point shooting.
Finally, after congratulating the Lakers on welcoming Prince as a sharpshooter, it is also very expected to welcome Vucevic to join.