Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective Lakers’ Run Continues & Luka’s Biggest Weakness + Playoff Seeding Battles
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Mar 23, 2026 They break down the Lakers’ recent surge, travel and late-game execution. Luka’s 60-point outburst, technicals and recurring petulance come up as a key talking point. Cleveland’s surprising road stretch and Harden’s role are examined. Playoff seeding battles across the East and West and roster shifts in Houston are debated.
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Lakers Win Clutch Games Through Designers And Creators
- The Lakers' late-game success is driven by elite isolated creators and strong execution in designed clutch plays.
- Brian Windhorst and Tim Bontemps cite a 22-6 clutch record and JJ Redick's drawn-up end-of-game sets like the Kennard finish vs Orlando.
Luka's Scoring Built On Elite Deceleration
- Luka Doncic's scoring surge relies on elite deceleration and speed-change mastery more than pure explosiveness.
- Brian Windhorst compares Luka to Greg Maddux and notes P3 testing showing Harden-like deceleration and varied release angles.
Luka's Petulance Creates Suspension Risk
- Luka's recurring technical fouls stem from petulant reactions that risk suspensions and disrupt his focus.
- Tim MacMahon and Brian Windhorst note a tech roughly every 3–4 games historically and the league's low tolerance near suspension thresholds.