Facing reality is perhaps the motto of Lakers fans these days. A seemingly exciting "Redick era" is quietly coming, but it also undoubtedly means that the Lakers are heading for deeper dangers. Clouds are once again looming over the sky, and darkness is coming over the former champions.
The Lakers' long-standing charm stems from their status and place in the league. This team's glorious record over the decades has created countless basketball legends. But now, it all seems to be in jeopardy. In the process of competing for a new coach, the Lakers had to succumb to James's wishes and give up some of their original demands. This undoubtedly means that the Lakers are compromising with James and handing over control of the team's future to the legendary star.
It can be said that this is another important turning point in the decline of the Lakers in recent years. Under the leadership of former coach Darvin Ham, the Lakers once regained their former glory. But now, even with such an experienced assistant, the Lakers have chosen to give up and instead go to a former player with little coaching experience. This can help but make people feel helpless and confused.
As a prestigious team, the Lakers seem to be drifting away from their traditions. Instead of choosing a steady, experienced coach, they are looking at relatively young candidates with little resume. It raises concerns about whether the Lakers are losing their team culture and coaching style.
Of the six managerial candidates, it is not difficult to find that only James Borrego and Sam Cassel have some coaching experience. Others, on the other hand, either have no coaching experience or are only in the role of assistant coach. This begs the question: Are the Lakers thinking about the future of the team, or are they just making this choice to appease James?
Admittedly, James' opinion remains crucial to the Lakers. But if you just want to cater to James's wishes and ignore other aspects of the team, I am afraid that you will only fall into a deeper predicament. Blindly pandering and compromising, it is difficult to really lead the team to victory.
We have to admit that under James' influence, the Lakers are gradually losing their decision-making autonomy. This not only affects the overall functioning of the team, but can also jeopardize its future development. If the Lakers can't regain their heritage and culture and find a coach who really fits the needs of the team, it may be difficult for them to reach the top of the NBA again.
At this moment, the anxiety and uneasiness of Lakers fans are understandable. After repeated disappointments and blows, they may have felt utter despair. But it is at such a critical moment that the Lakers should stick to their principles and beliefs and not be easily shaken by external influences.
Whether it's James' request or the fans' voice, the Lakers should stick to their judgment and choose a coach who truly meets the needs of the team. Such a choice may cause some controversy, but only then will the team be able to truly find the direction of rebuilding and rebuild its glory.
After all, the glory of the Lakers is not built overnight, but requires long-term persistence and hard work. If the current choice is only for temporary appeasement and pandering, I am afraid that in the end it will only put the team in a deeper predicament.
Perhaps, at this critical moment, the Lakers should put aside all external distractions and calm down and think about their future. They need a manager who can actually lead the team to victory, not someone who will only cater to James. It may take a certain amount of courage and determination, but it is this determination that can allow the Lakers to regain their former glory.
It is sad and helpless that a once-great team has now fallen to such a point. But I believe that as long as the Lakers can seize the opportunity and choose a coach who can actually lead the team forward, they will one day be able to stand at the top of the league again.
It takes a lot of tenacity from top to bottom, as well as patience and support from the fans. Only by working together can the Lakers regain their glory and present basketball fans with one wonderful moment after another. Let's hope that the Lakers can make the right choice at this critical moment and reinvent their kingly style.