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Doncic's Defense Falters: Lakers Struggle
27 Jan
Summary
- Luka Doncic allows a blow-by on 41% of drives.
- The Lakers rank 17th in the league in point differential.
- LA has improved defensively in their last four games.
The Los Angeles Lakers are facing significant defensive challenges this season, with star player Luka Doncic at the core of the issues. Doncic permits opponents to drive past him on 41% of attempts, ranking among the league's worst. This defensive deficiency impacts the Lakers' overall performance.
The Lakers currently hold a 27-17 record, placing them fifth in the Western Conference. However, their point differential ranks 17th in the NBA, reflecting defensive vulnerabilities. In their most recent ten games, the team has secured only four victories.
Despite these struggles, the Lakers have demonstrated recent defensive gains. They have successfully limited their last four opponents to fewer than 113 points, achieving a 3-1 record in that span. This improved play includes their best defensive performance of the season, holding the Toronto Raptors to 93 points on January 18th. It remains to be seen if this defensive focus will continue as the team prepares for the playoffs.
