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Los Angeles Lakers: 3 takeaways from win against Memphis Grizzlies

By Zain Danani

LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 5: Brandon Ingram #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers is pressured by Mario Chalmers #6 of the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half of the basketball game at Staples Center November 5 2017, in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images)
LOS ANGELES, CA - NOVEMBER 5: Brandon Ingram #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers is pressured by Mario Chalmers #6 of the Memphis Grizzlies during the second half of the basketball game at Staples Center November 5 2017, in Los Angeles, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Kevork Djansezian/Getty Images) /
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LOS ANGELES, CA – OCTOBER 10: Brandon Ingram #14 of the Los Angeles Lakers attempts to dribble past Royce O’Neale #23 of the Utah Jazz during the first half at Staples Center on October 10, 2017 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images) /

The New and Improved Brandon Ingram

As Brandon Ingram’s rookie season came to a close last year, Laker fans were filled with disappointment. The team finished with a record of 26-56 and the rookie was unable to provide help as he had a team-low of -0.3 win shares on the season.

The Duke product’s shooting was also a glaring concern as he completed the season with a 40/29/62 shooting line. This year, however, Ingram looks completely changed and mentally prepared for the season.

Through 10 games this season, Ingram has improved in all categories. He is averaging 15.3 points, 4.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists, and 1.3 steals per game. Comparing this to last year, Ingram is now averaging nearly six more points, one more rebound, and one more steal than last year. More notably, he is shooting much more efficiently as he has a 46/39/68 shooting line for the season.

Last night Ingram ended the game with 20 points, seven rebounds, and one assist. The most impressive part of his performance, however, was his 14 points coming in the last four minutes of the second quarter.

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