Congratulations to the Lakers for welcoming a 3-and-D front, which is the existence of a large version of Green

So far in the 23-24 season, James has averaged 24.3 points, 8.5 rebounds and 5.5 assists per game. What to note about the data is:

First, the proportion of shots. Accounting for 53.1% of the shots came from the inside. It is worth mentioning that this is a new high in the Lakers' career.

Second, efficiency. The true shooting percentage of 64.1% is the second-highest in a career and the highest since the 13-14 season.

More than half of his shots come from the inside, and he can play with good efficiency. I have to sigh that although he is about to be 39 years old, James still has the top offensive level in the league.

In fact, his 64.8 percent shooting percentage ranks third among the 37 players who averaged at least 11 or more attempts per game, behind only Haliburton's 68.5 percent and Daron Fox's 65.0 percent.

Of course, James' high offensive level is also inseparable from the opponent's assistance.

In the offseason, Pelinka signed two forwards, Prince and Reddish, plus the contract extensions of Hachimura and Vanderbilt. The Lakers can send a "five-forward" lineup.

As the saying goes, "the mountain is not high, if there is a fairy, it will be spiritual, and if the water is not deep, if there is a dragon, it will be spiritual." The player is not about the many, but about the fine.

It's like Danny Green when he played for the Lakers in the 19-20 season.

Speaking of Green, it is more likely to think of being called "Sleeping Dragon and Phoenix Chick" with Pope. In fact, Green's role is much bigger than you think.

Statistically, 69.0 percent three-point shooting and 36.7 percent three-point percentage (1.8 per game) on the offensive end, while Danny Green can limit his shooting percentage from 48.1 percent to 46 percent on the defensive end.

Statistically, Danny Green's traits belong to "3-and-D" – three-point shooting and defense. Obviously, such a trait suits James well. I mean, you can take the pressure off James on both ends of the floor.

Defensively, for example.

When encountering the Clippers, it was basically Danny Green who swung upwards to defend Leonard. Statistically, he limited his shooting percentage to 42.9% (6-of-14 shooting) at 11:17 with Leonard.

Taking Danny Green as an example, let's take a look at the Lakers' forward group.

Vanderbilt lacks projection, Hachimura moves slowly, and Prince is on the short side. Looking at it this way, Reddish is the best "take" shot.

In fact, Reddish has averaged 15+4 per game since the Suns. Regarding the data, it should be noted that:

First, attack. He averaged 3.0 shots per game with a three-point percentage of 55.6%. In terms of data, there is both quality and quantity.

Second, defense. Reddish's opposing defense can keep opponents shooting at 41.2 percent.

Judging by the data, Reddish has shown good 3D potential. To be honest, it was unexpected. After all, the "ice shooter" has been around for a long time, and it is the existence of a base salary.

Also, in comparison to Danny Green, I think Reddish is the big one. The "large version" is precisely reflected in the figure. To put it bluntly, Reddish is a standard striker.