The Los Angeles Lakers are now locked into the play-in tournament due to their inconsistent performance this season, impacting their postseason potential significantly.

By the Numbers
  • The Lakers are currently the 9th seed in the Western Conference.
  • They are only 0.5 games behind the 8th seed.
Yes, But

Injuries have affected the Lakers' performance, but their loss in crucial games to teams ahead of them has also contributed to their current standings.

State of Play
  • The Lakers need to win their final two games against the Memphis Grizzlies and New Orleans Pelicans on the road.
  • They aim to secure at least the 9th seed to have a home game advantage in the play-in tournament.
What's Next

The Lakers must focus on winning their remaining games and hope for other teams to lose for a chance to improve their seeding.

Bottom Line

The Lakers are facing the reality of the play-in tournament and must secure wins to enhance their postseason prospects, with potential organizational changes looming if they fail to meet expectations.