The Lakers may yet again be looking at a starting lineup change for the second time in three postseason games. After a brutal first half and a spirited second-half comeback in Game 1 vs. the Nuggets, head coach Darvin Ham is reportedly considering starting Rui Hachimura, according to Chris Haynes of Bleacher Report.
Sources: Lakers are considering a lineup change for Game 2 versus Nuggets. pic.twitter.com/I8OhxN0Jcc
— Chris Haynes (@ChrisBHaynes) May 18, 2023
It’s unclear exactly who Hachimura would replace in the starting lineup, but there are two obvious options.