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Lakers: Three Takeaways From LA’s Fun Win Over the Thunder

By Advith Sarikonda

Nov 22, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jose Calderon (5) brings the ball up court against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Andre Roberson (21) during the third quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 22, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jose Calderon (5) brings the ball up court against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Andre Roberson (21) during the third quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Nov 22, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson (6) brings the ball up court against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jerami Grant (9) during the fourth quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports
Nov 22, 2016; Los Angeles, CA, USA; Los Angeles Lakers guard Jordan Clarkson (6) brings the ball up court against Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jerami Grant (9) during the fourth quarter at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Richard Mackson-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Jordan Clarkson’ Bounce-Back Game

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After a horrendous 1-12 performance against the Bulls on Sunday, Jordan Clarkson had a much more effective and well-rounded outing against the Thunder, posting a stat line of 18 points, 3 rebounds, and 4 assists in 26 minutes of play.

Though he forced up a few low-percentage shots toward the end of the game, Clarkson showed an ability to get to the rim at will and dictated the flow of the game for the majority of his time on the court.

The combination of Clarkson and Lou Williams remains the best bench duo in the league, and their play will continue to be essential in contests against tight competition.

Next: LA Drops Second Straight to the Wade-less Bulls

LA will be in for another test with back to back games against the Golden State Warriors, but considering their recent success against the former champs, it’ll be interesting to see how the Lakers respond to a roaring Oracle crowd.

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