D’Angelo Russell Admits to Defensive Struggles, Vows to Improve
Key points:
- D'Angelo Russell admits to not playing defense well last season with the Lakers
- He vows to improve on the defensive end of the floor
- Russell had a strong performance in a preseason win over the Kings
D’Angelo Russell acknowledges his defensive shortcomings with the Los Angeles Lakers last season and vows to improve on that end of the floor. Russell had a strong performance in the Lakers’ preseason win against the Sacramento Kings, scoring 21 points and providing eight assists. He expressed his determination to be a more well-rounded player, focusing on being a defensive asset to earn more playing time. Russell’s defensive improvement will be crucial for the Lakers as they begin the upcoming season against the Denver Nuggets.
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