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LeBron James: Lakers Would Be ‘Stupid’ To Not Rely On Young Core To Push Pace

The Los Angeles Lakers have made it clear that they want to push the pace as much as possible this season. But with LeBron James entering his 16th season, some have wondered whether that is the best strategy as he enters the latter stages of his career.

James’ team’s in Cleveland were usually middle of the pack when it came to pace. While James himself was great in transition, his team was full of mostly specialists who were better in the halfcourt.

With their young core and plethora of playmakers however, the Lakers are the opposite and LeBron recognizes that.