Part 6/9:
As the Lakers find themselves in a three-game losing streak, the upcoming match against the Portland Trailblazers looms large. Though the Blazers are struggling, this matchup should ideally be a win for the Lakers. However, looming like storm clouds are two challenging games against the Minnesota Timberwolves and the Memphis Grizzlies, both teams eager to exploit what has become a faltering Laker squad.