LeBron James recently discussed the Los Angeles Lakers’ approach as they fight for a guaranteed playoff spot in the competitive Western Conference.
With only three wins separating the 6th and 12th positions, the Lakers find themselves in the midst of a tight playoff race.
LeBron emphasized his team’s focus on identity, mindset, and the importance of maintaining health as they prepare for the postseason.
“Our identity starts with defense,” LeBron shared on the GoJo and Golic Podcast. “We want to bring physicality to the game and force teams into uncomfortable situations. Offensively, we aim to share the ball.”
LeBron stressed the significance of teamwork and ball movement, highlighting the Lakers’ success when they hit the high 20s in assists and keep turnovers in the low teens.
“That’s when we play our best basketball,” he added.
Despite the Lakers’ ups and downs this season, LeBron remains confident in their potential for growth. “We’ve had some games slip away, but we’ve also fought back in others. There’s a lot of room for improvement. I believe we’re not quite the team we will be in February and March, but I like where we’re headed. We just need to keep putting in the work.”
LeBron also underscored the importance of staying healthy as the Lakers look to make a deep playoff run. “Health is key in the postseason,” he said. “If you’re not healthy, you’re not giving yourself the best chance to win. The Western Conference is loaded with strong teams that win consistently, and we need to stay on that same track. It’s a balancing act, but I hope we can win games and stay healthy. That’s the goal.”
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