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The mood in the Lakers locker room after the game was such that you’d think the Los Angeles team was celebrating a championship. However, Lebron James’ team celebrated only the first victory of the season. It was the first win under coach Darvin Ham. After the last game, he especially praised Russell Westbrook, although the Lakers have something to worry about – the injury of Anthony Davis.
“When a player of his caliber comes off the bench … we saw him go all out to win the game,” Ham said of Westbrook. The Lakers beat Denver 121:110, and after 5 consecutive losses, they became the last team to erase 0 in the winning column. Yes, before this game, the Lakers were the only team in the NBA without a win.
It makes sense, then, that the Los Angeles team celebrated the win emotionally with Ham, for whom it was also his first win as a head coach. Although Lebron James (26 points) and Anthony Davis (23 points, 15 rebounds) were the best, Westbrook also played an important role – with 18 points, 8 rebounds, 8 assists, and +18 in efficiency rating.
“Westbrook just shines as a backup,” Ham said, “I told him to keep it up.” Everything you do is unbelievable. I’m proud of his game.” Westbrook, who was also applauded by Lakers fans, praised Lonnie Walker IV (18 points) and Austin Reaves (10 points). They were responsible for the 17-0 run the Lakers put together late in the third period and early in the fourth period. “I love when my teammates play so well. This is very gratifying. Today these guys threw a lot and fought hard. We can’t ask for anything more,” said Westbrook.
Anthony Davis on his injury
Here, the story of Anthony Davis makes Lakers fans nervous again. The Los Angeles star center wasn’t 100 percent on the mend, and his back appeared to be bothering him again. “One day I’m great, the next day I’m not so good,” Davis said, “I’m in pain.” We all needed this win – the team, the fans, the organization as a whole.”
Lebron James hopes his team will have a series of wins: “The whole team fought well today. We should understand that the main thing is the team, not individual successes. Lastly, the next match for the Lakers is against the New Orleans Pelicans.
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