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The Los Angeles Lakers have done an outstanding job against the Golden State Warriors.
Darvin Ham’s team has stepped up night in and night out, with their depth showing up when it matters the most.
That’s why Charles Barkley believes this series is over already, going as far as to say that the reigning champions are cooked.
Chuck on the Warriors: “They’re cooked. This series is over.” pic.twitter.com/ISRUnbXpxW
— NBA on TNT (@NBAonTNT) May 9, 2023
Barkley praised how the Lakers managed to get Lonnie Walker IV — of all people — going when the game was on the line, pointing out just how good they’ve been overall this series.
Anthony Davis only took four shots in the second half, and LeBron James hasn’t been aggressive for most of the series.
So, who shows up in times of need?
Lonnie Walker IV, who had barely played since the start of the playoffs, and has never been much of an offensive force in this league.
Likewise, one also has to say that the Warriors’ supporting cast has been subpar.
Klay Thompson scored just nine points, and Jordan Poole failed to get on the scoreboard, playing just 10 minutes in a must-win game.
Stephen Curry had a 31-point triple-double with 14 assists, so there’s only so much he can do, and he shouldn’t get the blame for missing two crucial shots late in the game.
The Warriors looked like a flawed team since the start of the season, and most people thought they would just figure things out eventually.
They officially have one game to figure things out now before their season comes to an end.
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