Gasol's basketball IQ, mobility, and playmaking ability determine that he can bring more variations to Jackson's triangle offense.
Of course, the price is...
During the "Mrs. Kobe" era of the Lakers, they didn't have that absolute dominance in the low post.
Back to the Warriors' offensive possession.
Without Davis as the engine...
Every day, Qin Yue, who couldn't help but mock Davis for always boasting, suddenly missed this pioneer Mr. Big Beard.
Under the suggestion of assistant coach Brian Shaw, the Lakers also employed a one-on-four defense tonight.
Odom's physique and mobility determine that he is the only player in the Lakers lineup who can match up with Qin Yue.
Compared to last season, the Lakers' defense has indeed improved a lot this season.
Although Gasol's rim protection ability doesn't compare to other top interior players.
But relying on the death line formed by Odom, Battier, Kobe, and Lowry on the perimeter...
