1. It is very clear that the Lakers are better when they run, when they let their athleticism show. But when they get into their half-court sets, the Lakers still have things to work out.
They had 14 fast-break points in the first half against the San Antonio Spurs, which went a long way in helping the Lakers open a 14-point lead in the second quarter.
But the Lakers had just three fast-break points in the second half, their offense sputtering along the way.
When they get stops on defense and get the rebound, the Lakers were at their best running by the Spurs.