Had to give props to Coach Ham for preparing a very good defensive plan vs. Ja Morant and the Grizzlies. The Lakers made it a point to stop his high flying penetration which frees up his team mates. Ja had 6 turnovers before going out due to injury. He had several offensive fouls and travelling calls because he was up in the air with nowhere to go.
Notice when AR15 exited the court after the game? The first one to congratulate him was none other than Rob Pelinka. Rob better prepare that contract soon because all GM's are now looking at AR15 and wondering what will it take for him to suit up for THEM.
Everything clicked for the Lakers. Rui, Russel, Vando etc. Schroder played only spot minutes but he gave hell to Morant by picking him up end to end.
This was the best win for this team all year.