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Last Monday night, the Memphis Grizzlies experienced yet another heartbreak as they fell to the Los Angeles Lakers in overtime, 115-105. The Grizzlies put up a strong fight, but in the end, LeBron James proved to be too much to handle. However, it is not just LeBron that Grizzlies fans should be concerned about but rather the team’s lack of game-plan discipline.
One player that has been a shining star for the Grizzlies this season is Desmond Bane. The 22-year-old shooting guard has been a consistent scorer and has shown great improvements in his game. But even Bane’s efforts were not enough to take down the Lakers.
The Grizzlies started the game strong, taking a 12-2 lead, and they looked ready to take on the defending champions. However, they soon started to lose momentum, and the Lakers crawled their way back into the game. LeBron James played a significant role in this, scoring 36 points and grabbing nine rebounds. The Grizzlies simply did not have an answer for James.
But it wasn’t all doom and gloom for Memphis. Desmond Bane had a great night, finishing with 18 points, six rebounds, and three assists. He went 4-8 from the three-point line and drained some critical shots when the Grizzlies needed them the most. Bane has been a key contributor for Memphis this season, and he is proving to be one of the best rookies in the league.
However, despite Bane’s impressive performance, the Grizzlies failed to execute a game-plan that could have helped them secure the win. They allowed LeBron James to take over in the fourth quarter, and they had no answer for his dominance.
In basketball, a game-plan is critical. It helps the team stay focused, sets expectations, and establishes a clear path to victory. Without a game-plan, players can become disorganized, and the team’s performance can suffer. Unfortunately for the Grizzlies, they lacked the necessary game-plan discipline to take down the Lakers.
One of the main problems for the Grizzlies was their lack of defensive pressure on LeBron James. James was allowed to take shots from beyond the arc, and he made the Grizzlies pay for it. Memphis failed to trap James or double-team him, and he took advantage.
Another issue was the Grizzlies’ inability to secure rebounds. The Lakers dominated on the glass, outrebounding Memphis 47-37. In basketball, rebounds are critical because they give the team a second chance at a shot. When the Grizzlies failed to secure rebounds, the Lakers were able to capitalize and extend their lead.
But perhaps the most significant problem for the Grizzlies was their lack of offensive consistency. They had moments of brilliance, where their passes were on point, and they made some clutch shots. However, they struggled to maintain that consistency throughout the game. Several players tried to take on LeBron James one-on-one, which rarely worked in their favor. The Grizzlies failed to set up plays or find paths to the basket, which made their offense predictable.
Desmond Bane was one of the few players on the team who seemed to have a plan. He consistently found ways to contribute, whether it was taking shots from beyond the arc or driving to the basket. He was one of the Grizzlies’ most disciplined players on the court, and his efforts were notable.
In the end, the Grizzlies’ lack of game-plan discipline was their undoing. They had moments of brilliance but could not sustain them throughout the game. LeBron James took over in the fourth quarter, and the Grizzlies had no answer for his dominance. Memphis needed to be more disciplined and focused, both offensively and defensively, to secure the win.
Desmond Bane is undoubtedly a bright spot for the Grizzlies this season, and his performance on Monday night was no exception. However, the team needs to follow his example and show more game-plan discipline. Without it, they will continue to face heartbreaks like the one they experienced against the Lakers.
