Year: 2021

LOS ANGELES, CA - DECEMBER 12: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers drives to the basket against Franz Wagner #22 of the Orlando Magic during the first half at Staples Center on December 12, 2021 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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DETROIT, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 21: Jerami Grant #9 of the Detroit Pistons looks on against the Los Angeles Lakers during the fourth quarter of the game at Little Caesars Arena on November 21, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan. 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 Nic Antaya/Getty Images)

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Dec 12, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) drives to the basket past Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) in the first quarter of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

LeBron James and the Lakers run past the Magic: The good, bad and story

Dec 10, 2021; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Los Angeles Lakers center Dwight Howard (39) goes to the basket as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jeremiah Robinson-Earl (50) defends during the first quarter at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-USA TODAY Sports

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MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE - DECEMBER 09: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers before the game against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum on December 09, 2021 in Memphis, Tennessee. 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 Justin Ford/Getty Images)

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Dec 9, 2021; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (6) passes the ball as Memphis Grizzles forward Xavier Tillman Sr. (2) defends during the first half at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-USA TODAY Sports

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 07: LeBron James #6 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts as he waits to play the last shot of the third quarter during a 117-102 Lakers win over the Boston Celtics at Staples Center on December 07, 2021 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 29: Jeremy Lamb #26 of the Indiana Pacers in action against the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center on October 29, 2021 in New York City. 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. Brooklyn Nets defeated the Indiana Pacers 105-98. (Photo by Mike Stobe/Getty Images)

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 07: Russell Westbrook #0 of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts after his dunk during a 117-102 Lakers win over the Boston Celtics at Staples Center on December 07, 2021 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

The Lakers Russell Westbrook trade is still awful, despite recent results

Dec 7, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; The Staples Center marquee sign prior to the NBA game between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Boston Celtics. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Lakers explode to defeat the Boston Celtics: The good, bad and story

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - NOVEMBER 01: Caris LeVert #22 of the Indiana Pacers dribbles the ball in the fourth quarter against the San Antonio Spurs at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on November 01, 2021 in Indianapolis, Indiana. 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 Dylan Buell/Getty Images)

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BOSTON, MA - DECEMBER 01: Jayson Tatum #0 of the Boston Celtics dribbles the ball up court during a game against the Philadelphia 76ers at TD Garden on December 1, 2021 in Boston, Massachusetts. 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 Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 03: Serge Ibaka #9 of the LA Clippers loses a rebound between Anthony Davis #3 and Talen Horton-Tucker #5 of the Los Angeles Lakers during a 119-115 Clippers win over the Los Angeles Lakers at Staples Center on December 03, 2021 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. Mandatory Copyright Notice: Copyright 2021 NBAE (Photo by Harry How/Getty Images)

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WASHINGTON, DC - DECEMBER 03: Montrezl Harrell #6 of the Washington Wizards shoots against the Cleveland Cavaliers at Capital One Arena on December 03, 2021 in Washington, DC. 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 Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

The former Laker who is most making the Lakers look foolish

Aug 10, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka at press conference at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

3 Los Angeles Lakers offseason mistakes that look even worse now

Dec 3, 2021; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Clippers center Serge Ibaka (9) and center Ivica Zubac (40)look on as Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) shoots a basket in the first half of the game at Staples Center. Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

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LOS ANGELES, CA - OCTOBER 19: Head coach Frank Vogel of the Los Angeles Lakers reacts from the sideline during the second half against the Golden State Warriors at Staples Center on October 19, 2021 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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NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - OCTOBER 06: James Ennis III #11 of the Orlando Magic reacts during a preseason game at the Smoothie King Center on October 06, 2021 in New Orleans, Louisiana. 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 Jonathan Bachman/Getty Images)

The Los Angeles Lakers have ignored the easiest defensive help possible

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 23: DeAndre Jordan #10 of the Los Angeles Lakers grabs the rebound as Nerlens Noel #3 of the New York Knicks defends in the second half at Madison Square Garden on November 23, 2021 in New York City. The New York Knicks defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 106-100. 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 Elsa/Getty Images)

3 players the Los Angeles Lakers should try and replace this season

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - NOVEMBER 23: Anthony Davis #3 of the Los Angeles Lakers walks back to the bench in the first half against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden on November 23, 2021 in New York City. 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 Elsa/Getty Images)

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