Anthony Davis has been, since his arrival in Los Angeles in 2019, the big variable in his performance and potential Lakers. A player with natural conditions and technical abilities that make him unique. But also a figure as inconsistent and unpredictable due to her fragility. A bad hit or a wrong step can cause ONE D. From being the man of the match to giving it up in the locker room. And during it end of it In-season tournaments There were several moments where it came close, but Davis regrouped to lead the Californians to their first bowl title.
Davis’ performance in the NBA Finals is not within the reach of many. Beyond the first edition of the event, the reality is that the interior of the Lakers was at a higher level, far exceeding expectations in a very complicated duel. With 41 points, 20 rebounds, 5 assists, 4 blocks and 66.7% from the fieldAnthony Davis dominated both hoops at will in a game in which he was a constant headache for his defense Pacers. The interior quickly got Myles Turner and Obie Taupin into foul trouble, putting all the pressure on Isaiah Jackson, who could do little to stop him.
While statistically this fight doesn’t count toward the Regular Season, it’s important to put Davis’ numbers in context. And Since The Corks Were Recorded (1974) ONE D. He is the third player in history to reach 40 points, 20 rebounds, 5 assists and 4 blocks.uniting his name with those of Joe Barry Carroll (1987) and Bob Lanier (1977).
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A Davis who suffered a physical setback at two different times in the game. First, he got hit on the arm after accidentally hitting the ball. Second, in a rebound game, the Lakers player suffered a strained left groin, going straight to the bench suffering from pain in the area. Nevertheless, the star composed herself and brought out her best version in a second half of absolute scandal.
Time and time again the Chicago native has proven to be the best player on the court. On offense, playing above the rim or on defense, putting a lock on the paint.
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Although the Finals performance against the Pacers wasn’t enough to convince voters to give it to him MVP, what was seen this Saturday by Anthony Davis once again shows who will lead the next phase for the Lakers. With a LeBron James to be reserved for such occasions, ONE D. It needs to establish itself as the franchise’s authentic reference to the immediate present.
With no physical limitations and a system revolving around him (all you need to see is that the Lakers made 13 3-pointers in this game), Davis has no excuse not to make the leap and take the reins of the team.
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The success of the Californians in the In-season tournaments sets the course for the rest of the campaign. Established in fifth place in the West and one step away from the bullpen, the Lakers have shown once again that they are an extremely dangerous team when the stakes are high. And there, Anthony Davis has a lot to say.
