On October 15, Beijing time, Lakers lost to the Kings 86-133 away. After the game, Lakers head coach Davin Ham accepted an interview with the media.
Ham first talked about Russell Westbrook who left the game early due to a hamstring strain. Ham said: "After the game, he told me he would be fine, but we have to wait for tomorrow's inspection results."
Westbrook came on as a substitute in this game. Regarding Westbrook's performance as a substitute, Ham said: "He reads the game very well. If we really want to play competitively, He has to stand up. We will continue to try to determine what to do the best."
Regarding the Lakers' preseason performance, Ham emphasized: "No matter what the game is like, we must not be frustrated. We must have the spirit to play the next round. Sometimes one or two people on the court are in emotions, while the other three or four people are still trying to play, which will make you lose four or five rounds at once. For example, you feel that you have been fouled and the referee has not It's natural for you to be dissatisfied with the game, this is a match between negative emotions and competitive spirit. If you can't beat your negative emotions, your chances of winning will be smaller."
Regarding the team's prospects in the regular season, Ham said: "The most important thing is that we have to form a whole. Even if we suffer such a crushing defeat today, we have to Enter the regular season with a good attitude. When the regular season opener, we will welcome AD ( Anthony Davis ) and Lonny (Walker), and our injuries will be much better. We have played some good performances under the new system in the preseason. When our main players all return, we will get the rhythm and the situation will be different. We need time."
(NBA official website)
