Grading The Lakers So Far This Season
By Blair Hicks
Jodie Meeks
Apr 14, 2013; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jodie Meeks (20) celebrates in the fourth quarter against the San Antonio Spurs at the Staples Center. The Lakers defeated the Spurs 91-88. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports
Grade: B-
Meeks before this season was an overachiever with one NBA skill. He had difficulty scoring off the dribble, finding teammates, and defending larger guards. Meeks is averaging 13.2 points a game in 28 minutes.He obviously worked hard on his game and is a different player this season. He’s shot nearly 50% from the field and 45% from three. Meeks has had only 5 games of 15 points or more and is better suited coming off the bench. While he has improved defensively, he’s still limited as a passer. He is the player most affected by Bryant’s return.