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Some takeaways from the Lakers-Hawks game:
•Luka Dončić, it was just one game but we missed ya! As I suspected last night, LAL decided to rest Austin Reaves for the second game of the back-to-back. Luka had a quiet first half by his standards but took over the game in the third quarter, pouring in 14 points. He finished with 32 points, 8 rebounds, and 10 assists, narrowly missing a triple-double. He was a menace defensively with 5 steals and 2 blocks. Luka for All-Defensive second team, idc idc. He is the first player in Lakers history to record multiple games with 30+ points, 5+ assists, 5+ steals, and 2+ blocks. Kareem and Magic each had that happen only once.
•Walker Kessler was dominant with another double-double. His third 20+ point game of the season (21 points). You can see the gravity he creates for corner threes with players stuck between doubling him and sticking to the shooter. If only I could write song lyrics to save my life, I would release my debut single titled "Walker Kessler you changed my life fr" next week.
•Mamukelashviliiii! He set his Laker career high with 23 points. Hit 5 threes from downtown and caught two bodies. I know Hawks fans are sick of the sight of him. Does anyone know a good Georgian tutor, by the way? Dw, I'm already learning the Mkhedruli alphabet.
•Back-to-back good games from Collin Sexton. I'm tempted to be overly optimistic, but I have to keep things in perspective. He's still a work in progress, but he will win us a game or two with his energy. I'm also seeing some signs that he will be a plus for the team. His minutes alongside Reaves were better today. Also importantly, his three-point stroke returned in this game with 3 made threes.
•Ziaire Williams, I'm 90% sure that we need him for the long haul around Luka and AR. He is such a strong natural fit around Luka. ZW always relocates to the right spots around him. It's why he's shooting over 45% from distance. I really can't praise his seamless integration enough.
•Matisse Thybulle hit two threes, got three steals, and had one block. A better game than the previous two. I don't know if you noticed this theme, but a lot of players had bounce-back games today. I think I like him more as an off-ball defensive weapon where he can disrupt passing lanes, even though he's a good point-of-attack defender. I think he takes gambles that could get him in foul trouble when he plays POA defense.
•Sheriff Vando, I apologize for not acknowledging your 10 rebounds yesterday. I will report to the closest branch of the Vando club and turn myself in. I am noticing an uptick in his performances as he gets accustomed to the backup center role.
•Jake LaRavia is back to not shooting threes. Yeah, the coaching staff and some players need to plan his intervention. Jake's our best offensive-rebounding wing and has improved our rebounding since he got the starting gig. I would hate to see his role shrink because he's not shooting.
•Cameron Carr and Adou Thiero had short cameos. Grateful for the tiny cloud of rain in this dry desert. Just want to put this out there: there is no way Carr is 6'4".
•We're 10-2 and first in the West. We won both games of the back-to-back pretty comfortably. The media slept on us, but here we are lol. We have a soft schedule ahead coming up. Perhaps we can extend this winning streak to 8 or 10 games.
🍋ICYMI: I wrote exhaustively on Luka Dončić's path to the MVP in my latest newsletter. Please consider checking it out in the replies and subscribing if you like it.
Frederick Okocha retweeted
The biggest surprise here is the Heat. How are they so bad on defense while being so competent on offense. Laker lineups dominating early is not really a surprise, matches the eye test. Please what lineup narrowly missed the cut?
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You can script a revenge narrative all summer long, but the basketball gods usually prefer cold, hard reality.
When Jaylen Brown and the Philadelphia 76ers welcomed the Boston Celtics to Xfinity Mobile Arena, the subtext was thick enough to cut with a dull butter knife. Months of lingering fallout and a high-stakes divisional showdown collided under the Tuesday night lights.
Amidst all the drama surrounding the Jaylen Brown's pregame snub, when the final buzzer sounded on Boston’s dominant 123-101 statement win, it became crystal clear: while one side stayed completely locked into the game plan, the other let personal emotion completely derail their night.
JB wanted a cinematic revenge game. Instead, he got into foul trouble, a -27 impact, and a front-row seat to a masterclass in how to handle business the right way.
Full breakdown on the site ⤵️ x.com/ESPNNBA/status…
You can script a revenge narrative all summer long, but the basketball gods usually prefer cold, hard reality.
When Jaylen Brown and the Philadelphia 76ers welcomed the Boston Celtics to Xfinity Mobile Arena, the subtext was thick enough to cut with a dull butter knife. Months of lingering fallout and a high-stakes divisional showdown collided under the Tuesday night lights.
Amidst all the drama surrounding the Jaylen Brown's pregame snub, when the final buzzer sounded on Boston’s dominant 123-101 statement win, it became crystal clear: while one side stayed completely locked into the game plan, the other let personal emotion completely derail their night.
JB wanted a cinematic revenge game. Instead, he got into foul trouble, a -27 impact, and a front-row seat to a masterclass in how to handle business the right way.
Full breakdown on the site ⤵️ x.com/ESPNNBA/status…
Finally Jon Horst gets what he deserves. Should have never gotten that extension. It's been a long line of one mismanagement after another.
The Bucks are facing a potential catastrophe over the Gary Trent Jr. investigation😳
"Everybody in the league expects a guilty finding"
"If they are found guilty, there are going to be draft picks stripped & people suspended indefinitely"
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Joel Embiid and LeBron James' struggles from three probably explain their appearance on this list
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The biggest surprise here is the Heat. How are they so bad on defense while being so competent on offense. Laker lineups dominating early is not really a surprise, matches the eye test. Please what lineup narrowly missed the cut?
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Frederick Okocha retweeted
Timberland cited the Knicks championship run in their SEC filings this summer as a reason why they sold more Timbs compared to the year prior
Frederick Okocha retweeted
If you’re new to my page, you may not know this, but I’m committed to making a positive impact in the Sacramento area.
I founded a literacy-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 2023 and have since donated 10,000 books to kids in-need.
The journey continues on as I recently donated 200+ books to title one schools within Sacramento and Sutter Counties.
Some things are bigger than basketball.
Excellent read. Also love the graphic. Reminds me of a specific Pinterest "vibe"
Through 12 games, here's what we've learned about the Lakers:
1. They are the best offense in basketball, hands down.
Offensive rating: 122.4 (1st)
TS%: 63.6 (1st)
3PT%: 38.4 (3rd)
Led by MVP candidate Luka Dončić and All-Star Austin Reaves, with a team that plays to their strengths.
2. The defense is scrappy, versatile, and makes plays every night, highlighted by their NBA-leading 17.2 stocks per game.
Kessler is the key to it all, leading the league in shots contested at the rim. He's an A-list rim protector who makes offenses change the way they attack on the floor. He's All-Defensive First Team level. A lot of what he does doesn't show up in the stat sheet but impacts the game tremendously, especially being the only true center on the roster. His presence allows the team to play aggressive.
3. This team is deep.
Without Luka, we're 2-0. Without Austin and Grimes, Lakers won last night on the second night of a back-to-back. IDC who your opponent is, winning a back-to-back in the NBA is a competitive game.
Luka didn't have to be perfect. Collin Sexton and Mamu played their best games to date. I expect them to continue building on this momentum, as they are both X-factors for this team. Even when Mamu isn't having the best shooting night, the versatility he provides boosts the entire team most nights.
Ziaire Williams and Matisse Thybulle can legitimately make an All-Defensive team.
Jake LaRavia and Jarred Vanderbilt have contributed consistently to winning, with Adou Thiero and Cameron Carr stepping into the mix. There's a very high ceiling for Adou Thiero, as his combination of size and athleticism is exactly what this team needs.
4. The Lakers have not peaked.
With the addition of nine different players, they are still building chemistry. The offense has a huge opportunity to take another leap because I feel the TOV% of 14.9 (24th) is a byproduct of the lack of reps together in real games. A lot of the turnovers are players being on different pages.
The Lakers have one flaw:
Defensive rebound %: 68.7 (28th)
This brings down the defense because it gives opposing offenses multiple opportunities. However, because the Lakers are 10-2, they have positioned themselves as buyers. Their flaw isn't fatal to the point that it hampers team success, which will allow us to make a trade without taking anything away from our core group.
What we need will be available, as many teams are underperforming expectations and ownership will be looking to cut costs and rebuild.
So far, we've learned that the Lakers are serious contenders because they have firepower that not many teams can compete with, and they will fight you on defense.
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Austin Reaves, Luka Dončić and Ty Jerome are low-key fighting for the title of player who scored most from the most awkward angles. All three love to take leaning shots. Between Luka's Dirk-like fade, Reaves' high-arc fadeaways and Jerome's off-balance floaters, there's something poetic there.
Frederick Okocha retweeted
James Gunn denen hizipçinin işine son verilmiş. DC için hala umut var. Fakat uzun bir süre JLA kurmaya çalışmasınlar. Solo filmlerden devam etsin.
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