Luka Donsic believes he has to take charge when LeBron James heads for a tough away game with the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Los Angeles Lakers won a big victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Heading towards Game 2 with loss, the Lakers were motivated to regain their victory.
Luka Doncic matched Shaquille O’Neal’s record with a 31-point outing. Meanwhile, LeBron James delivered a crucial performance of 21 points.
JJ Reddick played a key role in ralliving the Lakers during a timeout filled with colorful languages. But in the end, it was the performance from the stars that made the difference.
Just as Donsic and LeBron have to feel after a big victory, they know that work is just beginning, and a greater responsibility awaits them.
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Luka Donsic spoke after the Los Angeles Lakers’ victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. Donsic was honest about his role as the Lakers discussed the challenges heading into two tough road games.
He admitted that both he and LeBron James must step up as leaders and take the team to a victory on the road.
“Obviously it’s not panic. But it’s me and LeBron. As team leaders, we need to keep our team together. If we go to Minnesota, it’s going to be war.”
“Fans cheer like crazy. No matter what, you can’t panic. It’s me and Bron who keep the team together.
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The Los Angeles Lakers oddly lost Game 1 against the Timberwolves despite being a favorite. JJ Reddick admitted after the game that the Lakers were not ready for the Timberwolves’ physicality.
LeBron James and Austin Reeves knew last night that their physicality had to be restored. And they did just that, earning a gritty victory and keeping the Timberwolves at 85 points.
However, if Game 1’s physicality is difficult, the Timberwolves will become more hungry and aggressive at home, so they are looking for a rude awakening at the target center.
The Lakers either have to match their strengths in court or have no chance to win a match on their path to the Timberwolves.