Lakers make ball security top priority against Thunder
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Updated · Yahoo Sports · May 4
Lakers make ball security top priority against Thunder
5 articles · Updated · Yahoo Sports · May 4
Coach JJ Redick said Sunday the issue is crucial before Tuesday's Western Conference semi-final opener against defending champions Oklahoma City after Los Angeles averaged 17.7 turnovers versus Houston.
Redick said Oklahoma City's defensive pressure is stronger than Houston's, with the Thunder ranking top five in disruptive categories, first in points off turnovers and first in defensive rating again.
The Lakers were routed twice by Oklahoma City in April, committing 18 and 17 turnovers, and Redick warned similar mistakes could quickly end their playoff run.
With Luka Dončić sidelined, can LeBron James solve the Lakers' turnover crisis against OKC's historic defense?
Are injuries to stars on both sides turning this heavyweight playoff matchup into a battle of role players?