re: Stop Reaves and Russel and you win.

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LeBron having 8 assists in the 1st Q was the ultimate disrespect. It was literal child’s play for him. That’s why I’ve always been a bit hesitant to anoint our defense. They shite the bed when it matters

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Lebron on his JJ podcast talked about how teams are now playing zone defense and how even his son could disect it. Lebron went crazy when Willie went to zone. There are certain players you CANNOT play zone against- Lebron is one of them. Hes just too smart. Problem is Willie as usual didn’t adjust and kept playing zone- lebron in half had a career high in assists. Against high IQ players you need high IQ coaches and players. We just don’t have that.

Part of the problem there is that the Lakers just dont frickin miss when they play us. Makes it easier for Bron to get those assist when whoever he dishes to is guaranteed to make it.