Can LeBron James Rekindle Lakers’ Extinguished Championship Hopes? Here are four reasons why LeBron James can rekindle Lakers’ extinguished championship hopes by defeating the Rockets in round one of the playoffs:1. Playoff LeBron James – The King and the Lakers have… pic.twitter.com/ifTGOWKOEG— LakerTom (@LakerTom) April 17, 2026
The way I see it we need to keep the game in the high 90’s/low 100’s. The defense we saw from the Skeleton Crew has to be the blueprint, small sample size be damned. They have to feel us on every pass, every shot and we need to gang rebound like our season depends on it. Because it does. Ayton has a golden opportunity in front of him: be the best center. This is the time to shine. Rui had a golden opportunity stating him in the face. Pay day or looking for roster spot. Can’t vanish now.
Very good response. I agree.