The Los Angeles Lakers faced their third consecutive defeat, falling 132-125 to the Dallas Mavericks, despite having their full roster available. The team’s defensive issues were evident as they allowed the Mavericks to shoot 58% from the field. Luka Doncic led Dallas with 35 points and 12 assists, exploiting the Lakers’ defensive lapses. Lakers’ head coach JJ Redick expressed concern over the team’s defensive performance, emphasizing the need for immediate improvement. LeBron James contributed 30 points and 8 assists, while Anthony Davis added 25 points and 10 rebounds, but their efforts couldn’t compensate for the defensive shortcomings. The Lakers will need to address these issues promptly as they prepare for their upcoming game against the Phoenix Suns.
Lakers’ Defensive Struggles Continue Despite Full Roster Return
