Consistency, consistency, consistency. This is the main issue with the Lakers’ starters.
From a statistical standpoint almost all of them are having a good season. They are learning how to play and thrive in Walton’s system, and we have seen very good results. What they are lacking is the ability to do it night in and night out.
Russell is the unquestioned leader of the team and one of its main scorers. However, aside from his usual struggles on the defensive end, he is not always the offensive leader the team can count on. On too many nights, his 3-point shot doesn’t fall and he forgets how good a mid-range and post up player is.