Their best lineup has included Lebron/AD/Wood, and based on the eye test and box score, it’s been working. AD is able to do a great job in minimizing his defensive weaknesses, and Wood has also been an amazing rebounder.

I think Ham has finally realized how important he is for the team, the Lakers probably win the game against the kings if he played wood more in the 2nd half

Source: https://www.basketball-reference.com/players/w/woodch01/gamelog/2024

  • npcshow@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    I honestly doubt any of the Wood haters would have argued against him under the premise that his role and minutes would be cut in half. It’s a make or break season for his entire future, so playing in the Lakers very limited role is great for him.

  • AB-AA-Mobile@alien.topBEnglish
    1·
    1 year ago

    Now I want to see this:

    • PG: L. James
    • SG: D. Russell
    • SF: T. Prince
    • PF: A. Davis
    • C: C. Wood

    This might work.

  • Alex-Steph@alien.topBEnglish
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    1 year ago

    Wood’s strong +/- performance in 4 out of 5 games, combined with his effective partnership with LeBron and AD, underscores his importance to the team. The Lakers’ success could have been further enhanced had Wood been given more playing time in the second half against the Kings.