The T-shirts that the fans received read: A New Journey, Same Goal.
The ceremony celebrating last yearÆs journey went off without a hitch. The game against the Clippers got the new journey off on the right foot, with a 99-92 win.
But if there is one kink the LakersÆarmor, a pitfall on the journey to another NBA Championship, look no further than the LakersÆbench.
The danger sign that lurks ahead has one word written on it: "Inconsistency."
The LakersÆbench had a fine preseason up until their last game against Denver. The subs played most of the game so coach Phil Jackson could give his starters a rest.
Offensively, the bench did very well, even though Denver blew out the Lakers. The subs scored 67 points to go along with 15 assists.
But defensivel ...
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Article written by Paul Peszko
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