The Los Angeles Lakers begin the 2017 Las Vegas Summer League on Friday, with their opening contest against the Los Angeles Clippers. Jud Buechler is set to take over head coaching duties, as he gets to experiment with the likes of Lonzo Ball, Brandon Ingram, and Ivica Zubac.
Buechler, a recent addition to head coach Luke Walton’s coaching staff, comes in ready to help change the dynamic of the team. Although the three-time NBA champion was known for his sharp shooting, he envisions a different goal with the Lakers. As the head coach of the 2017 Las Vegas Summer League team, he has his eyes set on defensive adjustments.