Speaking of regrets, it's a bit of a pity. There are still a lot of highlights in this game for the Lakers, but the result is a bit regrettable.
James's old and strong energy is really breathtaking. As soon as the second quarter came up, the gods descended to earth and scored 15 points in one go. You see, these people are almost 40 years old, and they can still play this kind of performance, which is a wonder in the basketball world. However, this also reflects from the side that the Lakers' dependence on Lao Zhan is a bit high. Once James was out of the game, the team was a bit of a mess, and the point difference was chased back by the Suns.
Speaking of which, the Lakers' three-point shot is still a perennial problem. Except for James and Russell, everyone else has a less stable feel. That's not a good sign. You know, in modern basketball, the importance of the three-point shot is increasing day by day. If the Lakers want to make a difference in the new season, this problem will have to be solved.
Let's talk about the Lakers' rookie Bronny. Hey, this kid's performance is really a bit of a worry. 0 points and 4 turnovers, this data looks a bit spicy. In the third quarter, Bronny sat on the bench, and his frustrated look made everyone feel a little distressed. But then again, Coach Redick might have to think differently. Bronny's current strength is indeed not suitable for the intensity of the NBA. Instead of letting him struggle on the field, it is better to send him to the development league to work out.
It's the performance of Brother Thick Mei and Hachimura is not bad. Thick eyebrows had 17 points, 8 rebounds and 3 assists, and his interior dominance was still the same. Hachimura had 13 points and 8 rebounds, which was also quite solid. If the Lakers can move Hayes to the starting center position and return the thick eyebrows to the No. 4 position, there may be unexpected chemistry.
Let's talk about the Suns. Durant didn't feel good in this game, only 3 of 10 shots, and scored 6 points, 5 rebounds and 2 assists. However, after the start of the regular season, I believe he will soon be able to find his form. Booker and Beal were decent performers, scoring 12 and 11 points, respectively. It's Jones, the new point guard, whose 9 points and 6 assists are quite eye-catching. It seems that the Suns finally have a reliable playmaker, which should be of great help to the team's overall tactical execution.
Interestingly, Suns veteran Andre Iguodala played 12 points, 4 rebounds and 5 assists in this game. The veteran still seems to have two brushes, and maybe he can bring a lot of surprises to the team in the new season.
Looking back at the Lakers, Vincent didn't score much, but his defense was really good. This kind of role player can come in handy in the playoffs. Christie's 12 points and 3 rebounds can be regarded as adding a lot of points to himself. However, Schifino and Bronny, as long as they play, it is like digging a pit, which is a big hidden danger.
Although the Lakers lost this game, it was not all bad news. After all, this is only a pre-season, and the main purpose is to run in the squad and find problems. Now that the problem is exposed, it's up to Coach Redick to solve it. If the problems of three-point shooting and rotation can be solved, and then the burden on James can be appropriately reduced, the Lakers will still be very entertaining in the new season.
Of course, this game is also a reminder for fans: don't take the results of pre-season too seriously. The real test is yet to come. When the regular season starts, let's judge the strength of this Lakers team. Now, let's look forward to seeing if the Lakers can adjust in time and play better in the next preseason game. After all, on the NBA stage, every day can be a new story, and every game can bring unexpected surprises. Let's wait and see!