The Los Angeles Lakers share the top spot with the Milwaukee Bucks, with both teams sharing a record of 21 wins and 3 losses. Both teams are very good Defensively and Offensively, but what separates the two? Options, The ability to have two or more players on the court, that can push and motivate their own teammates, is a huge advantage. The Bucks are primarily being lead by Giannis Antetokounmpo, but who are they going to turn to, if Giannis does not play to his standards. While the Bucks have solid role players to play alongside Giannis, they do not have a player who can run the offense and put the ball in the hoop in a consistent way. Khris Middleton, 2019 Allstar, is the second scoring option on the Bucks Roster, but could he step up in the absence of Giannis?
The Lakers, on the other hand, have two of the best players in the world. Lebron James has certainly stepped up his game on defense, and he does not have to spend so much energy on offense, partially due to the fact that he shares the floor with one of the best big men in the league, Anthony Davis. Players like Dwight Howard and Javale Mcgee, give the team a defensive edge and provide energy to the team whenever they are on the floor. With a win over the Denver Nuggets and Utah Jazz, The Lakers have 4 must-win games ahead that will push their record to 25 wins. After those 4 games, comes the hardest 5-game stretch any team will ever have to play, this includes the Milwaukee Bucks, Nuggets, Clippers, Trail Blazers, and the Dallas Mavericks. Will we see the Lakers thrive and finish the year with 30 Wins
Steve Kerr and The 2015-2016 Warriors, hold one of the most prestigious records in the NBA. They currently hold the record for the best Single-Season Record in an NBA Season at 73 Wins and 9 Losses. The Pieces are there, but can The Lakers solve the puzzle and be on top? Maybe the question is not if, but when?
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