Lakers 2 will be too important to the system! Smart’s first gate shows a balanced offense and defense, and Rivers perfectly controls the field.

NBA regular season, the Lakers defeated the Hornets 121-111. The Lakers were a little confused in the first quarter of this game, but in the second three quarters they were able to continue to expand the point difference and firmly control the advantage, and finally won the victory. The two major players in this game are too important to the team's system.

Smart showed his offensive and defensive potential in this game. Needless to say about the defensive end, he had 7 steals in the game, which is his foundation. After all, he was the best defensive player that year. In this game, Smart's defense and fighting awareness were very good, and he could put huge pressure on those with and without the ball. And now the Lakers' starting perimeter defense relies on him alone, and he determines the upper limit of the defensive end.

With perfect output on the defensive end, Smart can score continuously on the offensive end, and when the team cannot score, he can also score key three-pointers to help the team continue to consolidate its advantage. In addition, he also showed his linking ability today, which can make him more comprehensive on the offensive end. Now he has reached a state of both offense and defense.

Rivers is also very important to this team. Doncic's emotion was a major reason why he lost the last game. Because the opponent was double-teaming like crazy, and after being beaten by himself, his mentality collapsed. However, with Rivers on the court, it is impossible for opponents to continue to double-team Doncic. Because Rivers has the ability to score and hold the ball, this can relieve Doncic's pressure on the court. In addition, after Doncic comes off the court, Rivers can also lead the second team. This is his current role in the team.

What's more important is that his maturity is getting better and better now. He is not over-the-top and has a comprehensive offensive end. He can shoot, break through and pass. This allows him to drive the rhythm every time he appears on the court, and his plus-minus value is still the highest on the team. With his perfect control of the court, he can maintain the Lakers' offensive advantage. But if James comes back later, how to distribute the ball will be a key factor. I hope he will play without the ball and continue to let Rivers maintain the ball advantage.