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The focus then shifted to the Los Angeles Lakers, whose ongoing struggles seemed to overshadow the evening's games. The Lakers faced criticism as they continued to exhibit signs of a team that couldn't quite find its footing. One commentator didn't hold back, emphatically stating, “The Lakers are not a good team.” The issues with the Lakers seemed systemic, and the blame game had become a familiar tune, with previous coaches and players being identified as scapegoats for the team's shortcomings.