The great revolution starring the Los Angeles Lakers during the offseason has not returned positive results in the first tests prior to the start of the course. After losing (111-99) to the Golden State Warriors with all its stars sharing the track, the Los Angeles franchise still does not know what it is to win in preseason, where it records a 0-5 balance.
Despite the friendly nature of these matches, concern has settled among the gold and purple fans. Not only because of the defeats harvested, but also because of the problems that the team has had to collectively carburet.
At the moment, the staff has shared an image of tranquility typical of the time of year in which we find ourselves, in which the reactions are usually dimensioned, both in excess and in its defect. Last Sunday, LeBron James recalled that they are adapting to a “completely new” offensive system as a result of the numerous additions made. Meanwhile, Russell Westbrook responded to his critics warning that they will go to more throughout the course.
Following that same line of thought, Carmelo Anthony has emphasized that the dressing room remains optimistic despite the bad baggage of the preseason.
“We have been able to see how things are when we get together,” said the veteran forward in the middle Los Angeles Times. «We had great moments when the four [LeBron, Davis, Westbrook y él] we share the court. There were streaks in which we were in tune, focused. We don’t expect to change overnight, but I think yesterday [partido contra los Warriors] It was one of those moments where I saw how things can work. It looked and felt good. I think we will build on that. “
In addition, the Lakers have been affected in recent weeks by long-term injuries that affect players like Talen Horton-Tucker and Trevor Ariza, who will miss at least one and two months, respectively. However, Carmelo believes that the amount of talent and experience available brings a great number of possibilities to exploit throughout the season.
We just have to find our rhythm. We will solve it much faster than people think. It is up to us and we accept that challenge. It is something we know and talk about constantly. Although we are in preseason, it is something we talk about. How do we accelerate that process without cheating? And I think we are very aware of that. “
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