The Los Angeles Lakers entered the 2021-22 NBA season with high hopes and aspirations of lifting a title when it was all said and done.
Fast forward 45 games: The Lakers have a 22-23 record and currently sit as the No. 8 seed in the Western Conference.
Injuries and setbacks due to health and safety protocols have definitely been a factor, but the team’s inconsistent energy and effort are easily the bigger concern.