of Los Angeles Lakers He was crowned the inaugural In-Season Tournament (IST) Champion less than a month ago.
The Lakers are 3-10 since winning the championship over the Indiana Pacers in Las Vegas, and have lost four straight since Friday night's loss to the Pacers. memphis grizzlies.
#23 LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers watches a game at Crypto.com Arena on January 5, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Andrew D. Bernstein/NBAE via Getty Images)
down lebron james He spoke to the media at his locker after the game and gave his frank assessment of the team's play.
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When asked if the Lakers' problems appeared before the current game period, James said, “I don't think about the past that much, to be honest.” “Right now it’s the worst.”
James put into perspective the IST win, which the Lakers celebrated with a banner in their home arena.
“But it was two games. That's a small sample. Everyone's making a big deal about Vegas. Hold on to Vegas,” he said when asked if a team that won the IST “still exists.” James answered.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, 23, watches the second half of the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at Crypto.com Arena. (Jane Cummin-Once-USA TODAY Sports)
“It was two games. We took care of the job. That was the last game.” Tournaments during the season. we played. We won. But it was literally just two games. ”
On Friday night, the Lakers lost 127-113 to a Memphis team, giving them only their 12th win of the season. The Grizzlies made a season-high eight 3-pointers, including five from center Jaren Jackson Jr.
“When you wear this uniform, you get a lot of flak and everyone puts you under a microscope as a team,” Lakers forward Anthony Davis said. “Even if you have a few bad games and lose a few games in a row, don't lose confidence. You can't be on social media and listen to what people have to say. We're all in this locker room together. “I have to be there.”
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LeBron James, No. 23 of the Los Angeles Lakers, scores a basket during the first half against David Roddy, No. 21 of the Memphis Grizzlies, at Crypto.com Arena on January 5, 2024 in Los Angeles, California. (Keboke Jansezian/Getty Images)
Before the game, Lakers head coach Darvin Ham said he continues to receive support from decision-makers within the organization.
“I'm solid,” Hamm said, according to ESPN. “My governor, Jeanie Buss, the boss lady, our president, Robert Pelinka, we're all in agreement. As long as they don't say that, I think we're fine. About me and them. I know how you feel about the situation we're in right now. ”
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The Associated Press contributed to this report.
