The Los Angeles Lakers are 0-2 to start the season. While it's still early, LeBron James has already pointed out the problems and the respective solutions to his team's early woes.
As reported by Ryan Ward of ClutchPoints, James pointed out that problems in communication — on both ends of the floor — is one of the Lakers' difficulties.
LeBron James on keys to success for the #Lakers w/ different lineups (1/2): “Communication. It happened at times, both offensively & defensively, we kind of stalled. Sometimes the ball wasn’t moving, bodies weren’t moving…"
— Ryan Ward (@RyanWardLA) October 21, 2018
But James concluded that at the end of the day, the solution to their initial troubles is simply getting more time together on the court. After all, every player has his own tendency and style. For James, it's just a matter of getting to know one another on top of constant communication.
Article Continues BelowLeBron James (2/2): "…But that’s all about familiarity – trying to figure out where guys are, where guys like the ball, where guys are much better to help benefit our team. Defensively, just communication, that’s the most important to [playing with different lineups].” #Lakers
— Ryan Ward (@RyanWardLA) October 21, 2018
For the year, that seems to be the prime goal for the purple and goal squad: develop their chemistry. Put in tangible terms, they aim to at least make it to the playoffs in the very competitive Western Conference.
While comprised of veterans, the Lakers also have a bunch of second-year players as part of their core. There is no doubt about the talent and hunger they possess. Perhaps the only thing they lack is the significant experience and the subsequent basketball knowledge gained from it.
The addition of proven winners didn't immediately transform the Lakers into a championship squad. There's also a tedious but necessary process that goes along with it. But with the likes of James and Rajon Rondo to lead the way, the Lakers are definitely a step ahead of the rest.