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2022 - 10 - 7

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Lakers News: Skip Bayless Skeptical Of Russell Westbrook's Fit ... (CalBearsMaven)

Bayless claimed that, should Ham be able to incorporate Russell Westbrook more effectively than Frank Vogel was able to do last season (albeit with a fairly ...

went just 33-49, and although the team did add some playmaking and athleticism, as well as bolstering its rim defense, it failed to add much in the way of shooting (although Patrick Beverley should be able to help) or perimeter defense. he might be the coach of the decade because Russell Westbrook was an unmitigated disaster last year at an level that nobody can defend." Bayless claimed that, should Ham be able to incorporate Russell Westbrook more effectively than Frank Vogel was able to do last season (albeit with a fairly decrepit roster), "I guarantee you Darvin Ham will be the Coach of the Year.... [SI Sportsbook](https://www.si.com/betting/2022/10/04/nba-western-conference-over-under-odds) has, pretty optimistically, pegged the Lakers' over/under for 2022-23 at 45.5. head coach Darvin Ham will be able to break Russell Westbrook away from some of his most self-destructive habits. If he makes this work as a starter and a finisher, where he plays through the fourth quarters, and your team...

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LeBron James gushes over new Lakers hero Austin Reaves (ClutchPoints)

Austin Reaves put up impressive numbers during preseason and he drew a special mention from Lakers superstar LeBron James after the game.

A guy who plays extremely hard, plays well, doesn't make mistakes, always in the right place at the right time … A guy who plays extremely hard, plays well, doesn’t make mistakes, always in the right place at the right time… It’s not hard to envision Reaves taking a leap in the upcoming season, as he’s only 24 years of age. Always good to be on the floor with him. [Fit issues](https://clutchpoints.com/lakers-news-the-changes-russell-westbrook-is-making-to-fit-in-better-with-l-a-amid-trade-rumors/) with new acquisition Russell Westbrook plagued the team, in addition to an overall lack of quality players. In fact, Reaves even passed the vibe check with Lakers superstar LeBron James.

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What have we learned in the Lakers' first two preseason games? (Silver Screen and Roll)

After a tumultuous off-season and living in the rumor mill, the Lakers are officially back on the court. Russell Westbrook is surprisingly still here and ...

He and James seemed to pick back up on the chemistry they built last year, finding each other on cuts or in transition. The team has made a concerted effort to have multiple players rebound and push, allowing Westbrook to fill the wing on a break. He showed why there was a debate over the summer on whether he should start. With the bevy of guards on the Lakers roster, new head coach Darvin Ham has implemented actions to have James off the ball. He has increased the number of possessions starting in the corner, that flow into dribble hand-offs or being a screener for one of the guards. He looked as physically imposing as ever, bouncing guys off him in transition and still getting to the basket at will.

Lakers' Kendrick Nunn: Excels in relief role (CBSSports.com)

Nunn notched 21 points (8-13 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), three rebounds and an assist across 19 minutes in Wednesday's 119-115 exhibition loss to the Suns.

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Lakers News: LeBron James Praises Austin Reaves For Being Able ... (LakersNation.com)

The Los Angeles Lakers featured a different starting lineup in their second preseason game against the Phoenix Suns in Las Vegas.

Questions will remain if the Purple and Gold will shake things mid-season, but for now, the talk of a trade seems to be at bay as the Lakers head into their third preseason game. It’s the best way to watch player interviews, exclusive coverage from events, participate in live shows, and more! I will always be a fan of AR for the rest of his career. He fits in any group, and it’s always good to be on the floor with him. “A guy who plays extremely hard, plays well, doesn’t make mistakes, always in the right place at the right time. Second-year guard Austin Reaves is a big storyline for the Lakers heading into the 2022-23 season.

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Lakers Fans Hype Kendrick Nunn as 6th Man of the Year After ... (Bleacher Report)

Playing without Anthony Davis in Wednesday's 119-115 preseason loss to the Phoenix Suns, the Los Angeles Lakers did get a glimpse of what Kendrick Nunn can ...

Head coach Darvin Ham used Nunn in the starting lineup for the preseason opener against the Sacramento Kings. The Lakers gave Nunn a two-year, $10 million contract in free agency in August 2021. LeBron James was the only Lakers player with more points in the game (23 in 17 minutes).

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The Lakers Love What They See From A Young Star (The Cold Wire)

The Los Angeles Lakers might have fallen to the Phoenix Suns in Wednesday night's preseason game but the team showed an awful lot of greatness at.

[Los Angeles Lakers](https://www.thecoldwire.com/sports/nba/los-angeles-lakers) might have fallen to the Phoenix Suns in Wednesday night’s preseason game but the team showed an awful lot of greatness at times too. Ham on Reaves: “Austin is like a Swiss Army Knife … [Chris Paul](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/p/paulch01.html?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) for the Suns. [LeBron James](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/j/jamesle01.html?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) was stupendous despite entering his 20th season, [Kendrick Nunn](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/n/nunnke01.html?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) continued to shake off the rust, and even [Russell Westbrook](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/w/westbru01.html?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-) was taking good shots too. Reaves had just 6 points during the game but also put up 9 assists and 7 rebounds, along with 3 steals and 2 blocks too. [Austin Reaves](https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/r/reaveau01.html?utm_campaign=Linker&utm_source=direct&utm_medium=linker-), the second-year star who came into his own in his rookie season.

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Lakers News: Darvin Ham Applauds Versatile Austin Reaves (Sports Illustrated)

Second-year shooting guard Austin Reaves has looked very impressive through the Lakers' first two preseason games. He, like the rest of the team, ...

If Reaves continues to play like he did on Wednesday, there's a good chance he'll be logging a ton of minutes for Ham and the Lakers in his sophomore season. He fits in any group, and it’s always good to be on the floor with him." Always in the right place at the right time.

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