The Lakers’ Roster Falls Short of Expectations, According to Stephen A. Smith

It’s no secret that the Los Angeles Lakers have had a rocky start to their 2020-2021 NBA season. With a team boasting superstars LeBron James and Anthony Davis, many expected the Lakers to be a dominant force in the league. However, according to ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, the current Lakers roster has been a “grave disappointment” and has fallen short of expectations.

In a recent segment on NBA Countdown, Smith was joined by Bob Myers, Michael Wilbon, and Adrian Wojnarowski to discuss the state of the Lakers. While some may point to the Lakers’ recent loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves as a must-win game, Smith believes that the team’s struggles run much deeper. He specifically cites the surrounding roster around James and Davis as a major issue.

The Lakers’ Roster Lacks Depth and Support for James and Davis

Smith argues that the Lakers’ supporting cast, with the exception of Dennis Schroder, has been lackluster and has not lived up to expectations. This lack of depth and talent has put a lot of pressure on James and Davis to perform at an MVP level every game, which is simply unrealistic. The team’s reliance on the two superstars has also been highlighted by their recent injuries, with both James and Davis missing significant playing time.

The Lakers’ struggles have also been reflected in their record, currently sitting at seventh place in the Western Conference. This is a far cry from the top spot many predicted for the Lakers at the start of the season. While it’s still early in the season, Smith believes the Lakers need to make some changes to their roster in order to truly compete for a championship. He also pointed out that other teams in the league, such as the Brooklyn Nets, have made significant roster moves to surround their star players with talented support.

Whether or not the Lakers take Smith’s advice and make changes to their roster remains to be seen. But one thing is for sure, the Lakers need to find a way to support James and Davis if they want to have a chance at competing for another championship. For more NBA news and updates, be sure to check out Action Packed News.