Re Luke: Luke would score an a$$load more points if he would just be more aggressive on the offensive end. He plays the post and that is not his game. His last 3 post moves (back to the basket) resulted in blocks (to the best of my recollection).

Additionally, Farmar recently joked about him posting up on a fast break. Based on the last 2 games, I agree 100%. Once Luke receives the ball he passes off to the PG or SG (good decision) and slows down or curls back to an open space on the floor (bad decision). He needs to race to the cup for the finish, as a distraction, or to help space the floor if we have numbers.

Both of these explain why his point totals and shot attempts have dropped off. Because of the injuries to the bigs, the Lakers are no longer a half-court offensive team. Instead, they are now a press offense (similar to Phoenix or Golden State).

Further, with 3-4 ball handlers on the floor at the same time, his assists will drop. Since half-court is not his apparent strength (can’t tell from these past few games), he either needs to be a dead-eye shooter or making a conscious effort to dribble-drive and find the open man. No more of this post-up stuff unless the clock is a 3 or less.

Am i the only one that is bothered by him wearing #28?? for some reason #28 seems to get to me, it seems like an annoying number to cheer for… maybe its just me!

Also, in regards to Chris Mihm returning, I’m not really all that sure of what he would even be capable of doing at this point in his career? How much can he contribute. He was never a phenomenal player to begin with but with no lateral movement he’s pretty much just left as a foul magnet.

Maybe the Lakers might keep him around after Bynum comes back as an enforcer. That’s a type of role player we don’t have otherwise.

Even all the “Webber to the Pistons” reports seem to come from Webber’s camp. You don’t see the Pistons making a move. Coincidence?

MBenga seemed a little lost on offense but that would be expected. He had a couple blocks and looked passable on D.

Not sure what you mean by your comment. Seems like you answer your own question. Weber would provide offense and weaken the D. Offense was only a problem for the Phoenix game and I wouldn’t expect it to be a problem very often (though, tonight, probably).

I wouldn’t be surprised if the possible distraction of bringing in a former superstar and potentially large personality like Weber factored in the decision.

It seems interesting that this FO would pick him over Webber n that the FO seems like it would be unnecessary to address scoring in the post as a need.

Anyway, kinda eager to see how the team will play in SA.