Lakers-Nets Postgame Reaction: Austin Reaves, LeBron James Will LA To Ugly Win Without AD

[@gregnoble8063]

For perspective, Dalton's last college season was a total of 36 games and he's already played 39 at the half point of this season. Just give him some grace and he'll come out of it.

[@pandabearr90]

Dalton is older than Ant, Lamelo, Franz. All are considered nba vets. Mind blown.

[@kuyab9122]

​@@pandabearr90 What does that even imply, that DK should be on their level?

[@WanyeKest24]

@@pandabearr90nobody considers them vets lmao

[@kenny2553]

@@pandabearr90 What a dumb comparison - how many years of league experience do they have compared to Dalton?

[@RayR]

@@pandabearr90 Dude whats your point? Age=Automatic NBA experience? That makes no sense.

[@benc4968]

We’re ranked #28 in defense the last 10 games. It’s blatantly clear how bad we are on that end even without the numbers.

[@concernedcitizen4171]

It's true lot of fans have soured on Reaves because he just hasn't been as efficient this season which he admitted in his walk-off interview and he's having his worst defensive season by several advanced metrics but in fairness some of that is to be expected as he's thrust in a more prominent role. It takes time to adjust. Reaves is solid on a good contract and he's still young enough to improve. It was a great game by Austin.

[@pandabearr90]

Reaves at 26 y/o is a vet, not a young player.. luka, jjj, trae young are all 25, and they are vets

[@concernedcitizen4171]

@@pandabearr90 Ya, he's 26 which isn't particularly young by NBA standards but it's also not old. Most players start their prime around 27-28 and peak around 30, although there are some anomalies. This is the 1st season where he's fully been handed the primary/secondary ball-dominant role and we're only 39 games in so I still consider it a transition period. The truth is that while he has regressed in efficiency so far and has been targeted more on defense, he's still been solid. Performances also don't always follow a steady pace or incline but go through peaks and valleys. I expect his efficiency to marginally improve by seasons end. He's a vet in some aspects but it's unfair to compare him to Luka who is just on another level. As of right now, I put Reaves on the same tier as Darius Garland. Maybe he's a little higher or lower but still around that same tier which is great value for $13 mil.

[@otiskirk9481]

Fans like you who have soured on Austin are complete, clueless morons.

[@Zubcut80]

Jovan, why do you keep saying AR had 3 bad games against the TX teams. Against Houston he was tremendous. 21 pts, 10 assists, 0 turnovers, +12. This vs one of the best defensive teams in the league full of the kind of players that have given him trouble. One of only a handful of 20-10-0 turnover games in the entire league this season. For context, John Stockton had 6 such games in his career. Nash and Kidd each had 7.

[@SamDavisson]

I agree with Jovan 99.9 % of the time.. but the only reason this game was a close game was the the Nets had one of the fakest shooting games of the season..I've watched them all season &they were making 28-30ftrrs at the shot clock buzzer after LA played good Defense for 23 sec. Sure there was some bad defensive possession but that's gonna happen when our best player/Defender and best Wing defender were out of the game. There was guys we've never heard of making contested 28fters in the 4th

[@trey5359]

I actually disagree with your take on the Lakers needs with defense especially since guys were missing. Your missing DFS which is your 2-3-4-5 switchable 3-D player that would helped heavily this Nets game. Also you’re getting back another Bruce Brown type defender in Vanderbilt who when healthy can guard all positions as well with better foot speed to guard ball handlers as well. Then you’re missing AD out there too. All those guys healthy playing together is going to be a problem but also will slot people correctly defensively in their roles. I actually see robs plan for the trade deadline coming in slowly with getting these players back and integrated. The Lakers still got 3 full weeks to healthily evaluate then decide what you need at the deadline. Personally I think the Lakers should Trade Rui for Cam Johnson just for smarter IQ player to be out there in high leverage moments. Then to me you cut the back end guys Like (Shake,Wood) and remake the back end of the roster to sign players that better balance the roster. Let’s say for example you trade for Cam and you’re giving up (Dalton,JHS,Rui,Hayes) you probably have only have to deal one 1st on that deal. Then you open two roster spots and cap space as well. Then I would cut Wood/Shake that’s 11 players left. You then Elevate Jamison/Koloko as your backups 5 on cheap 2 year deals That’s leaves two more spots to play with in the main roster for playmaking and another need as well. Then you have two two-way open rosters spots bring in more development guys. But that’s just me! What do you think 💭?

[@dominicmanz272]

Depth was really tested, some of those lineups were just nasty, games like this from rui is why he cops criticism, after a really nice game he went passive again, I would really like to see dfs start against the clips,.also should burn one of a kolokos 50 odd games could use him against zubac.

[@whenever500]

I would take an ugly win over a beautiful lost any day of the year.🤣 Go Lakers.

[@Jaynotemusic]

W Stream as always Jovan!🙌🏽🙌🏽 #LAKESHOW

[@flowstyle21]

I need Rui taking 15 shots per game, can’t be shooting this well on percentages and drop games like this. We need to integrate him more into the game plan at least for the 1st half.

[@Journeyman2585]

In theory that's nice, but if his shot attempts go up, his percentage will almost certainly go down.

[@anthonysnowden8993]

Richards finished with 21 points and 11 rebounds while shooting 7-of-8 from the field. He was the first player to finished with at least 20 points and ten rebounds while shooting 85+ percent from the field and also having no turnovers in their debut with a new team. He also finished with one assist and one steal. He shot 7-of-9 from the free-throw line. SOOO, YOU STILL DON’T THINK HE WAS THE MAN FOR THE JOB FOR US??

[@AidanGlenane]

They should go all in for ar Davis and lebron

[@tebvin776]

Jovan, I watch a lot of Lakers Content from a variety of creators, and I honestly feel your content is the best. Your attention to detail and empathy for the players is next level. Appreciate the videos

[@Wrathstein]

Hi Jovan, first time I have a question on your analysis. The Nets are switching - therefore the Lakers need to puncture the gaps 1v1 then drive and kick when you get to the paint. That's exactly how you beat switching. You need switch beaters which they did. 1v1 drive, slip screens, pick and pop, screen rejects. It's actually a growth for Austin to be able to puncture the switch and drove a ton this game.

[@robertwilliams-np6wb]

Lakers need to clear a spot and make Koloko full time. Play him 10 min a game. He will get better.

[@SamDavisson]

But they definitely could have played alit better and beat them by double digits for sure.. Yoo Yooo.. great pod Buha Buhhaaa

[@dominicmanz272]

I think he will be ok, but Daltons extended funk is becoming a little alarming.

[@kulture_vulturee]

it's just the classic rookie slump

[@Civicitizen]

So you said if the lakers make a move that they would make a small move. What small move do you see the lakers making?

[@michaelalleyne812]

Rob pelinka is one of a very few GMs that actually built a championship roster. The front office has more information that we fans do and more than Buha as well. Let rob do his job even if it means not throwing away our future by trading frps for a small upgrade.

[@tracyreed6032]

You're delusional. Rob has been pedestrian at best.

[@michaelalleyne812]

@I He has made mistakes, but Rob and front office did create a winner after Kawhi Leonard left us hanging. That is not my opinion.No GM is perfect and only a few current GMs have a championship.

[@AldrinArthurJr]

Hey Jovan, if the Lakers trade Rui for Bruce Brown or Lonzo Ball, what do you think about having Wood fill Rui’s role to some extent as a bench scorer. I know his injury return status is still uncertain but JJ said he wanted Wood to get back to how he was playing with Dallas/Houston. If he returns, could the Lakers trade JHS and a minimum to get a cheap backup big or just open a roster spot for Koloko to fill two of their holes.

[@drfunkology8164]

little part of me wanted Dlo to cash that. might have been better for us ? rather than us think reeves actually accomplished some kinda of credit for what he should do verse new jerseys best ymca participant .

[@whereisthebalance5732]

Someone should remind DFS he isnt on the nets anymore. I expect him back the next game.

[@sirwilliam3016]

I see good teams do stuff like this almost every night. Everyone is over reacting it’s January in the NBA. 💩 happens

[@TJWest-if3ny]

@sirwilliam3016 Literally missing our best player, and the two best defenders on the team. A win is a win.

[@willxzero]

Does he not remember they lost to Brooklyn twice last year? This is an improvement IMO 🤣

[@pandabearr90]

@@TJWest-if3nythey are missing their 3 best players.. which are more important for crappy tram like nets.. laker fans only look inwards

[@SamDavisson]

There were 8to 10 possessions where LA played great Defense for 23 seconds and the Nets threw up a 30ft shit shot that went in

[@SamDavisson]

The Nets went a stretch in the 3rd and 4th where they only missed 3 or 4 ahots

[@SamDavisson]

The Nets also had their best shooting 2nd half of the season🤷🏾‍♂️ fakest shot making but the Nets I've seen all year

[@chinkahmin1741]

Is gabe and cam for josh green good? Maybe this would be a good Pick as we need a two way player, ofc we should be Concern right now that Center what type we need, Dayron sharpe might be only Option that we could get as we have limit access that we got to trade for

[@RayR]

I really like Rui as a person, he has a good positive personality but he is to inconsistent as a player. Dalton needs to stay but with the realization that he has hit the rookie wall.

[@vicraids1096]

Jovan, very hypothetically. If vando comes back and looks very good. Should we trade DFS for gafford straight up? It'd be need for need and mavs have wanted dfs

[@Zubcut80]

Is Shake not able to be traded? You never hear his name as a trade chip.

[@gregnoble8063]

I wasnt that impressed with Sharpe so Jemison is the best non move for Rob. DLo revenge game looked like it was going to come to pass right up to the last shot. This game reminded me of Kobe's last season with comparable talent

[@danyfernandez9888]

Best fit for lakers center spot will be miles turner or walker kessler , I like turner more cuz he is proven kessler is a young prospect but if we want to win now I take turner

[@jqLgxC]

Thanks for the breakdown! Could you help me with something unrelated: My OKX wallet holds some USDT, and I have the seed phrase. (behave today finger ski upon boy assault summer exhaust beauty stereo over). What's the best way to send them to Binance?

[@pandabearr90]

Top 10 teams in nba are deep, meanwhile random role player going to lakers will start

[@adriant6784]

Yo yooo

[@trevorkemp23]

Rui stop shooting mid range shots

[@AidanGlenane]

Rob has an unhealthy addiction to to pics

[@henningschütz]

what we saw today against the nets, trade for Walker Kesser.

[@ryanghaffari5258]

Yo yo

[@MrExBearPoker]

LA, we are headed to another disappointing ending. They are barely beating teams. I mean barely. They are struggling against teams from the East Coast. I don't even watch the games anymore. I've been a Lakers fan for over 40 years, and never have I seen this franchise run like crap like it is now. I cut off all my subscriptions to watch the games. Im not paying Lakers shit. They dont make moves to win, they make moves with saving money in mind. Dr Buss made moves to win!! Damn the money. I love Buhah and will continue to suppor the show. Theyve played alot of scrubs so far and they about to get into the real hard part of the season after the January. One more thing. We are so bad that they talk about Vanderbilt as if Scottie Pippen was out hurt for the bulls and they awaiting his comeback. The same dude who they exploit on the court because he has zero offense. Which wouldnt be a problem is the team wasn't so poorly constructed. Got yall thinking that Reaves with zero defense and yes does really good against teams like the Nets, but struggles against real teams. He struggles against all those teams at the top of west. You will see I'm exactly right.

[@drdavejazzmusic]

I think it's time for new ownership. The current ownership has failed to many times . Releasing Olivari is a perfect example. Their judgement is terrible.

[@outthewaytre]

Yo yooo

[@gregnoble8063]

Hayes is happy being a 3rd string guy in the NBA and thinks his play is "good enough" but he isnt good enough for where we want to go.

[@dominicmanz272]

Tough watch

[@dominicmanz272]

I still think we go after lonzo

[@SamDavisson]

Tgw defense is gonna be bad without AD & DFS.. and the Nets were just making a bunch of shit shots

[@SamDavisson]

Ive watched The nets all season. They never shoot like that .. that was Fakest shooting I've ever seen

[@MarionDaniel-u3q]

All these podcasts are smoking mirrors. Lakers arnt getting anybody.Theres no one out there but Dwight

[@MarionDaniel-u3q]

Why does 38 points seem like a big thing when its quite obvious hes giving up the same on defense.And against the nets too?

[@passerau]

This was a very Shameful win for LA. It's like racing against an handicapped person and barely crossing the finish line by 0,01 second 🤦🤦🤦 This was very Shameful to watch, we do have a serious coaching issue

[@Dollaupt]

It’s a player issue but they still got the win

[@vesnam116]

This was a shameful comment. 🙄

[@MarionDaniel-u3q]

Rui is beinh kept because the Lakers need the support of the japanes n oriental fan base. Reeves is being kept for white season ticket holders. Black players are a dime a dozen unless youre Labron

[@perryuppercut1]

What an absolutely absurd statement.

[@AidanGlenane]

I’m sick of the lakers keeping the pics just freakin trade them it’s getting ridiculous at this point

[@lakerhan4983]

Are the Lakers ever going to trade for a center? That is what the Lakers needed, not DFS, who brings no scoring, shooting, or playmaking off the bench leaving the team worse off without DLo. What is wrong with the Lakers' front office? The people who keep asking for AR to be traded either don't watch the games or don't know basketball.

[@vesnam116]

Those who can't see DFS' value don't know ball either. 🙄 Basketball is not only about scoring, shooting and playmaking, that is offense. 😏

[@azerotv4913]

I really don't know what happen about the sistem of this lakeshow why they shouldn't bring AD back hes dominant position bring back AD to power forward and bron at small forward AD got a tested and proven hes a monster when he played power forward way back when AD played at new Orleans with center COUSINS and 2020 Lakers with center JAVALE and DWIGHT why they not use this somethings fishe🫣🙄🤔