If the Atlantic group is the death group of NBA , then the Pacific group is definitely the death group of the NBA West. This group has 4 teams in the NBA 2020-21 season with a winning rate of 54% or more, even the bottom of the Kings. 43% is not too bad. After the reinforcements of the teams during the off-season, the competition in the Pacific Group in the new season seems to only become more intense.
The Lakers, who lost their title last season, actively strengthened during the off-season, except for making up Anthony , Howard_span2_span2_span, , and Rondo. For seasoned veterans such as Dayton, Ariza, the most important thing is of course to get and Westbrook through trade. Westbrook is already the most capable man in history and can contribute to the Lakers in many ways. The most important thing is to share the responsibility of James’ organization and offense, so that this biochemical man who is about to turn 37 can be able to Show your destructive power more freely at critical moments. In addition to the chemical effects that Westbrook may bring, the biggest key to whether the Lakers can return to glory in the new season is probably the health of . In the first three games of the first round of the playoffs, the Lakers scored 2 wins first. , But after the thick eyebrows retired due to injury in Game 4, the Lakers were like a discouraged ball. They lost 3 consecutive games and were reversed by the sun. It is not difficult to see the importance of thick eyebrows. The Lakers will definitely control the thick eyebrows more strictly in the new season. Time, to ensure that he can meet the playoffs in a healthy manner.
The strong performance of the Phoenix Suns all the way to the championship game last season is a bit surprising, but it is not difficult to imagine. After all, they have shown amazing progress in the bubble park. There is more Chris Paul, the strategist commander,It also allows the Sun fans to finally look forward to the long-lost championship hope. The Suns, which dominated the Pacific Group with a winning rate of more than 70% last season, did not change much during the offseason. Shamet and Payton could bring more offensive sparks to the bench lineup. McGee_ span2span will also be a competent forbidden zone hard work, but the key to truly determining whether solar energy can be improved lies in the growth rate of the new generation of core members such as Booker, Ayton and Bridges. Paul, after all, is 36 years old, and he has shown his lack of strength late in the playoffs last year, and the Suns actually had a lot of luck in their playoffs last year, qualifying for each round of opponents before the championship game. There are major injuries, which gives them a relatively healthy advantage. Of course, the Suns can also use the same strong performance to prove that they are not only by luck in the near future.
The Los Angeles Clippers were able to advance to the Western Conference Championship without and Leonard in the playoffs last season. This is actually full of positive meaning for them, of course, the most important thing is The rebirth of George, he averaged 26.9 points, 9.6 rebounds and 5.4 assists in the playoffs last season. It seems that he has finally overcome the soft heart of the playoffs. You can expect him to welcome the big game in a more comfortable state. In addition to George, Reggie Jackson and Nicholas Batum also proved their worth again last season, coupled with the rise of and Terrence Man, All make the Clippers lineup more in-depth. Next, let’s see if Bledsoe, who is newly added this year, can also have a big revival. However, if the Clippers want to make a big difference in the playoffs, they still have to look forward to Leonard. Return from injury as soon as possible.
Another one waiting for the main force to return,Of course, it is the Golden State Warriors. Curry reproduced his MVP-level skills last season. The Warriors, who were still struggling more than a year ago, almost made it to the playoffs. If Thompson can return to the team smoothly in the new season , The Warriors' great leap forward is definitely expected. The Warriors’ combat power integration last season is actually not ideal. Ubre has not been able to integrate into the system effectively. The rookies Wiseman's progress is not as expected, making Curry play extremely hard and warm up from pre-season. From the performance of the game, the adjustment of new member Otto Porter is more ideal, and Jordan Poole has further fulfilled his potential. The Warriors have a lot to do in returning to the playoffs in the new season.
The Kings have missed the playoffs for 15 consecutive years. In recent years, their winning percentage has almost been around 45%. They have , Darron Fox, Halliburton, Marvin Bagley and other creative talents, as well as Hilder, a lethal perimeter slasher, but they lack defensive cohesion. Last season, their defensive performance ranked first in the league and the new season is also It's hard to expect them to suddenly open up, Luke Wharton lost the title of head coach in the middle of the season, it will not be too unexpected.
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