Sunday, March 28, 2010

Can the switch be turned on?

The Los Angeles Lakers are playing lasidasical basketball. It's nowhere near championship level. The way they are playing almost guarantees them an early playoff exit. A first round match-up with the San Antonio Spurs or Oklahoma City Thunder would be a tough challenge for the Lakers if they continue their recent play. The popular theory is that the Lakers can turn on the "on" switch when the playoffs begin, which some of their players attest to. The ideal situation for a championship contending team is to go into the playoffs with momentum. These Lakers are in a difficult situation with Bynum, Odom, Walton & others with injuries. They struggle finding rhythm on offense at times & don't have a sense of urgency at the moment. However, this is still the most talented team in the NBA with arguably the best player in the game & the best coach in the game. If there is a team that can turn the "on" switch & win the NBA title, it is these Los Angeles Lakers.


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