Lakers Struggle Intensifies with Record-Breaking Losses
The Los Angeles Lakers face mounting challenges after back-to-back blowout defeats, raising questions about team cohesion and accountability.
- The Lakers suffered their worst two-game stretch in franchise history, losing by a combined 70 points to the Timberwolves and Heat.
- First-year coach JJ Redick and players, including LeBron James and Anthony Davis, expressed embarrassment and called for greater accountability on and off the court.
- The Heat dominated the Lakers 134-93, with Tyler Herro scoring 31 points and Miami tying a franchise record with 24 three-pointers.
- Anthony Davis has faced significant struggles, scoring a season-low eight points against Miami, while LeBron James broke out of his shooting slump with 29 points.
- The Lakers, now 12-10, conclude their road trip against the surging Atlanta Hawks, who have won five consecutive games.
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