LOS ANGELES — Pregame Friday, Denver coach Michael Malone praised Anthony Davis, saying LeBron James’ insistence that the Lakers’ offense begins and ends with the team’s big man was the ultimate sign of respect.
In a stretch that has forced some to recalculate the Lakers’ potential, Davis has averaged 32.4 points, 14.0 rebounds and 2.3 blocks, reaffirming his place among the NBA’s best players.
If the Lakers were going anywhere, it’s because Davis was going to take them there.