, coming back from one of the worst quarters in NBA history to steal a win on Sunday in Portland.
And James, despite being in Year 20, just won his second player of the week honors in the last three weeks. Between now and the Feb. 9 trade deadline, the Lakers play eight games — six against teams that would currently be in the postseason plus one against the plenty dangerous Oklahoma City Thunder. The Lakers host San Antonio on Wednesday on the second night of a back-to-back set in the easiest game of the stretch.“I think the NBA’s a long season,” Patrick Beverley said Sunday. “It’s always predicated on the most conditioned team[s] coming into training camp always start well.
“Any adversity you’re fortunate with. For me and my teammates, you appreciate adversity. It helps you get through the tough times.” The Lakers are hoping a big, young forward with some potential can help them through some tough times too.