Anthony Davis made a significant statement regarding the Denver Nuggets during the NBA’s media day. Davis said that he and LeBron “can’t wait” to play the team this season. The Lakers lost the Western Conference Finals to the Nuggets. He adds that Denver engaged in extensive “talking.”
Los Angeles was indeed routed by Denver in that series. Still, the games were extremely tight for a sweep. During these four games, it was evident that the Nuggets dominated the boards. Multiple Lakers players were eliminated from the series due to Denver’s stature.
If LeBron James and Anthony Davis want to silence the Nuggets this season, they must ensure that their supporting cast can perform admirably. Additionally, Davis will need to be consistent this season and avoid a repeat of his playoff meltdown from the previous year.
This season, do the Lakers have what it takes to defeat the Nuggets?
While the Lakers roster is nearly complete, they lack a point guard who is capable of playing in the postseason. Additionally, they lack a traditional center with playoff experience. Due to the fact that the Lakers do not require these players to perform significant roles, it will not be difficult to acquire these players.
Despite this, the Nuggets currently have a stronger team than the Lakers. Los Angeles cannot manage Denver’s size and will not be able to do so unless they make minor adjustments. If Gabe Vincent is able to perform well for the Lakers, the team may be able to concentrate solely on acquiring centers and big men who can assist with the Nuggets’ size.
