đš ITâS OVER! đš Stephen A. & Shannon Sharpe GET HEATED over Lakers-Nuggets series | First Take
Summary
TLDRThe video transcript features an in-depth discussion on the Los Angeles Lakers' performance in a basketball game against the Denver Nuggets. The speaker emphasizes the importance of the Lakers' mindset, noting that despite the challenging opponent, they should not fall into a doubt mindset. The analysis highlights the need for key players like DLo (D'Angelo Russell) to step up, as his performance can significantly impact the game's outcome. The speaker also points out LeBron James' turnovers and the necessity for better ball handling. The discussion further explores the Lakers' struggle against the Nuggets, mentioning the Nuggets' superior starting five and the Lakers' perceived inferiority. The transcript also touches on the potential for the series to continue if the Lakers win their next game, contrasting the urgency of performing at their best against the Nuggets with the broader context of the Lakers' season and the pressure of living up to the legacy of past greats.
Takeaways
- đ The speaker acknowledges the Lakers' loss but maintains that the series isn't over if they don't win game two, despite the challenge ahead.
- đȘ The importance of DLo (D'Angelo Russell) is highlighted, as the Lakers need him to perform well in order to compete effectively against the Nuggets.
- đ The Lakers' struggle with turnovers is a significant issue, with LeBron James being noted as having seven turnovers in the game.
- đ« The Nuggets' ability to capitalize on the Lakers' mistakes and their effectiveness in clutch moments is emphasized.
- đ Jamal Murray's potential to have a significant impact on the series is mentioned, as he has previously performed well against the Lakers.
- đ§ The Lakers' need for near-perfect play to have a chance against the Nuggets is a recurring theme, indicating the perceived skill gap.
- đ€ There's a sense of resignation among the Lakers, as they have lost nine straight games to the Nuggets and seem to question their ability to win.
- đ„ A call for better performance from the Lakers' bench, as the lack of contribution from players other than Kentavious Caldwell-Pope is noted.
- đŻ The necessity for DLo to improve his shooting, particularly from the three-point line, is stressed for the Lakers to have a chance at winning.
- đ The speaker expresses doubt about the Lakers' ability to win the series, suggesting that even if LeBron James wins this series and the championship, it wouldn't be enough to claim the title of the greatest of all time (GOAT).
- đ Theæé (Nuggets) are praised for their superior performance, including their starting five's shooting percentages and their dominance over the Lakers.
Q & A
What mindset is the speaker trying to avoid after a game loss?
-The speaker is trying to avoid getting into a 'doubt mindset', emphasizing the importance of not doubting oneself or the team.
What is the significance of DLo's (D'Angelo Russell) performance in the game?
-DLo's performance is significant because he needs to contribute effectively to make it a three-on-three game, as his shooting struggles can impact the Lakers' chances of winning.
How does LeBron James' turnover rate impact the game?
-LeBron James' high turnover rate is problematic as it leads to the Lakers losing possession and momentum, allowing the Nuggets to get back into the game.
What is the key to the Lakers' potential success against the Nuggets?
-The key to the Lakers' success is making it a three-on-three game by having DLo, Austin Reaves, and Talen Horton-Tucker perform well against the Nuggets' supporting players.
What is the speaker's opinion on the Lakers' chances if they lose game two?
-The speaker believes that if the Lakers lose game two, it would be extremely difficult for them to win the series, but he does not think the series is over.
Why does the speaker think the Lakers feel inferior to the Denver Nuggets?
-The speaker believes the Lakers feel inferior because the Nuggets have a superior starting five, have beaten the Lakers multiple times, and because of the Nuggets' clutch performance.
What does the speaker suggest about the Lakers' need for bench production?
-The speaker suggests that the Lakers need more bench production, as relying solely on LeBron James and Anthony Davis is not enough for them to win games.
How does the speaker describe Jamal Murray's potential impact on the series?
-The speaker indicates that Jamal Murray has not yet reached his full potential in the series and that when he does, it could be a significant factor in the Nuggets' favor.
What is the speaker's view on the importance of the Lakers playing a perfect game?
-The speaker views playing a perfect game as crucial for the Lakers, as they need to be at their best and hope the Nuggets are slightly off to have a chance at winning.
What does the speaker imply about the Lakers' attitude after going on a run and then losing momentum?
-The speaker implies that the Lakers show a look of resignation, suggesting a sense of familiarity and disappointment with the recurring pattern of losing momentum.
What is the speaker's stance on the 'GOAT' (Greatest of All Time) debate in the context of LeBron James winning the series?
-The speaker states that if LeBron James wins the series and then the championship, he might entertain the conversation of LeBron being the GOAT, but he is skeptical about it actually happening.
Outlines
đ Lakers' Challenge and DLo's Performance
This paragraph discusses the Lakers' mindset after losing a game and the importance of not falling into doubt. The speaker emphasizes the difficulty of the opponent and the need for the Lakers to perform better, particularly highlighting the role of DLo (D'Angelo Russell). The Lakers need to turn the game into a three-on-three match to counter theæé (Nuggets). The paragraph also touches on LeBron James' turnovers and the Nuggets' ability to capitalize on them. The speaker believes that if DLo can improve his shooting and LeBron takes better care of the ball, the Lakers have a chance to win. However, if they lose, the series is likely to end in five games.
đ€ Lakers' Insecurity Against the Nuggets
The speaker analyzes the Lakers' performance against the Denver Nuggets, noting a sense of inferiority when facing this particular team. The Nuggets' starting five is described as superior, with a high field goal percentage and three-point shooting. The Lakers seem to struggle with the Nuggets' star player, Nikola Jokic, and his diverse skillset. The paragraph also mentions Jamal Murray's potential to heat up and the Lakers' need to play a near-perfect game to have a chance at victory. The importance of DLo's performance is reiterated, as is the need for bench players to contribute.
đ The 'GOAT' Debate and LeBron's Legacy
This paragraph delves into the debate over who is the greatest of all time (GOAT) in basketball, with a focus on LeBron James. The speaker suggests that if LeBron wins the series and the championship, the conversation about him being the GOAT might be entertained. However, there is skepticism about LeBron's team, the Lakers, making it past the first round. The paragraph also references LeBron's achievements and compares them to other legendary players, emphasizing the number of titles won and the challenge of facing the 2018 Golden State Warriors, considered one of the greatest teams ever.
Mindmap
Keywords
đĄHome Court Advantage
đĄTurnovers
đĄClutch Performers
đĄSeries
đĄDLo (D'Angelo Russell)
đĄThree-Point Shooting
đĄDefensive Effort
đĄBench Production
đĄ
đĄResignation
đĄGOAT (Greatest of All Time)
đĄRing Ceremony
Highlights
The importance of maintaining a positive mindset and not doubting the team's ability to improve and come back stronger.
The acknowledgment of the challenging opponent and the greatness of the team they are facing.
The belief that the series is not over even if the Lakers don't win game two, highlighting resilience and determination.
The strategy of making the game a three-on-three contest to counter the strengths of the opposing team.
The critical performance of DLo (D'Angelo Russell) and the need for him to step up in the game.
The significance of LeBron James' performance, particularly in managing turnovers.
The impact of turnovers on the game dynamics and the need to avoid them against a strong clutch team like the Nuggets.
The observation of theæé (Nuggets) team's ability to quickly change the game momentum without turnovers.
The praise for Jamal Murray's performance and the anticipation of his potential to ramp up his game even further.
The credit given to Anthony Davis for his strong performance despite the team's challenges.
The discussion on the Lakers' need to play a near-perfect game to overcome the Nuggets.
The historical context provided regarding the Lakers' and Nuggets' past performances and the psychological impact on the current series.
The emphasis on the necessity of bench production to support the main players and the lack thereof in the discussed game.
The commentary on D'Angelo Russell's need to improve his shooting accuracy and contribute more effectively to the team's success.
The comparison of the Lakers' performance against the Nuggets versus other teams, noting a perceived sense of inferiority.
The debate on the 'greatest of all time' (GOAT) in basketball, mentioning LeBron James' potential place in the conversation if he wins the series and championship.
The final assertion that despite the challenges, the series is not a foregone conclusion and there's still a chance for the Lakers to turn things around.
Transcripts
I don't ever get into here we go again
mindset you know it's one game they
protected their home court we have
another opportunity on Monday um to come
back and be better uh we know how we
know how challenging it's going to be we
know how difficult um this opponent is
and how great they are so that's all the
part of the game um start doubting I I
don't get into the to the doubt mindset
that's that's not me I'm the wrong guy
to
ask all right Shannon I like the purple
by the way I need you to be objective
here
okay is the series over if the Lakers
don't win game two no um the series
might not be over but it still was going
to be a daunting task for them to beat
the Nuggets four times in seven games
but I do not believe the series is over
because I believe the Lakers can come
home but the key is going to be DLo
because we they the Lakers need to make
it a three on three because if joic and
Murray cancel out ad and LeBron now can
Austin Reeds DLo and ruy and they beat
uh Michael Porter Jr Aaron Gordon and KY
Pete and Saturday night that didn't
happen DLo was 6 to 20 from the floor he
struggles shooting the three and he had
some great looks shots that Stephen A he
have not routinely knocked down in the
second half of the Season he missed I
don't believe he missed those shots
tonight I believe if he gets those same
looks that he got on Saturday I believe
he knocks those looks down LeBron needs
to do a better job of taking care of the
basketball they had 12 turnovers LeBron
had seven of them and the difference
between between the Nuggets if you go
back and you watch this game the
difference between the nuggets and the
Lakers when the Lakers went on their run
and they had an opportunity to extend a
12-point lead to maybe 18 or 20 they
started turning the ball over and what
could have been a 18 or 20-point lead
that was 12 all of a sudden it's down to
five or six because of the turnovers and
it allowed the uh nuggets to get back in
the ball game now when the Lakers when
the Nuggets went on their run they go
down one to up 14 in the blink of an eye
because everything they don't turn the
ball over yoke is going to be yoke
Murray starts to getting it going kcp
starts the third quarter off extremely
hot and that's the difference in the
ball game you cannot turn the ball over
against this team because they're going
to make you execute in the clutch
because they are a very good clutch team
because of that guy right there he had
four dunks four dunks in a game yo he he
rarely dunks he don't want to dunk
Stephen A that's how great he was
feeling give Anthony Davis credit we
can't blame Anthony Davis Stephen A he
gave you 3215 with four blocks and five
assists LeBron had it going in the first
half not so much in the second half but
the problem that I had with LeBron with
the turnovers but those other three DLo
AAR reev and ruy you've got to beat
Michael Porter Jr Aaron Gordon and kcp
if you guys do that you have an
excellent chance of winning this ball
game but if they don't win this game
tonight the series isn't over because
they get to come home on
Thursday yes it is no it's not no it is
it's it's over they lose they going 12
they going 12 no no no no no they lose
tonight there's no way in hell they're
winning four out of five it's not going
to happen it's a foregone conclusion
most of us may have picked Denver but
the series is a series it ain't no
series no more if they go down 02 they
go down 02 it's a foro conclusion that
this series will likely end in five okay
that's really the reality of the
situation and let me bring up D Russell
let me bring up D Russell and let me
give him a round of applause Shannon a
round of applause because you pointed
out how he was missing all of these jump
shots one to n from three-point range do
you know that he finished with 13 points
do you know that last year in the
Western Conference finals against these
same Denver Nuggets he averaged six yeah
he did score 10 more than 10 points in
any game in the series he averaged six
points on 32% shooting 133% from
three-point range this brother was so
awful in the Western Conference finals
last year he lucky he's wearing a Lakers
uniform that's how bad he was and so he
talked about how the negativity
ultimately propels him and elevates his
level of play and turns him into what we
saw him be in the second half of the
season yet conveniently right on Q the
second to Denver Nuggets show up into
the arena the same Dev nuggets that beat
them open t night and W and forced the
Lakers to watch their ring ceremony the
same Lo the same Dev nuggets team that
beat them the night Kobe Bryant statue
was unveiled the same Dev nuggets team
that beat them the tonight LeBron James
uh reached 40,000 Point Plateau scored
in his career that those same that same
Denver Nuggets team you show up against
Saturday night or Sunday yeah Saturday
night you know that Anthony Davis is
balling you know that LeBron James is
balling they clearly need you and let's
not forget Austin Reeds by the way and
what do you do if you D'Angelo Russell
you show up and you look as anemic as
ever see this is the problem I don't
blame LeBron I don't blame Anthony Davis
I'm looking at a guy like D'Angelo
Russell to a lesser degree auster reason
I'm saying what y'all gonna do now
here's where it gets very interesting as
well for me Shannon I told you I
predicted this is gonna be a series
Lakers ain't gonna get swept they're
gonna be highly competitive we talked
about this I'mma tell you what I saw
Saturday night I saw the Lakers up 12
bro I went across the room to grab some
tissue cuz my allergies were messing
with me I went across the room to get
some tissue to blow my nose and I turn
around Shannon sha and the scores tied
just like that just like that and you
saw the look of resignation on the
Lakers face like damn here we go again
and that is the difference between them
against the Denver Nuggets and them
against everybody else Denver is
superior they got a star in five that's
played 150 59 more minutes together than
anybody else a starting five that
combined to shoot 53% from the field
little over 40% from three-point range
okay and in terms of you know po one
outscoring opponent 13.2 points per 100
possessions which is completely dominant
the Lakers know it's the one time
whether they admit it or not it's the
one time they step on the court and they
feel inferior
that's what they feel to the Denver
Nuggets and that is what you are
witnessing that's like somebody on the
field you know what he he built like
Snoop Dogg and they would assign him to
you well good luck with that you good
luck with that ain't going ain't going
he ain't going to be embolden with
confidence under those particular
situations that's the Los Angeles Lakers
bro you can't give yoke a steady diet of
anything you can't say okay ruy you got
it no okay ruy you might take him ad you
got to slide over there I know it might
hurt your offensive production but you
got to try to slow him because once he
gets a rhythm it's over I don't care who
you put on him rest in Soul in peace
Bill Russell you can put Bill Russell
Hakeem elijahwan you let that big guy
get a rhythm Stephen A it's good Night
Irene because he has a repertoire unlike
we've ever seen from a big man you
talking about the footwork of Elijah
Juan he has the soft touch he the
rainbow three he's bringing water out
thisy guy and by the way now he's got a
fabulous commercial with Despicable Me
this is hilarious absolutely hilarious
it was a I mean and so now he's got that
too but I'm telling you something right
now listen Jamal Murray ain't even get
going get he had 22 he averaged 32
against them in the Western Conference
finals last year he hasn't even gotten
going yet I'm just looking at it and I
see a level of resignation on the face
of the Los Angeles Lakers they know they
have to play they can beat
anybody but when it comes to the Denver
Nuggets I think it's got to the point
where they really question whether or
not they can beat these boys they have
now lost nine straight to them nine
straight you got to play Perfect it's
it's tough to know that we have to play
our absolute best and they have to be
off slightly in order for us to have a
chance to win that's what it's come down
to and you're right Stephen A I've been
in situation like that where you got to
like we got to play a perfect game and
hope they're off but if both teams are
I just don't believe the Lakers have the
Firepower because those two guys can
cancel out the four your big two from
the Lakers the big two from the Nuggets
they cancel each other out Michael
Porter Jr we know he can get hot and
that's what we need DLo to do DLo can't
be six to 20 you take 20 shots and you
make six you're one from nine from the
three-point line we've seen Steve day
you remember what he did against uh who
was out was it LeBron that was out and
when he got got going against the
Milwaukee Bucks he dropped 44 and he was
let pulling up on the break just letting
threes go he's been that good in the
second half shooting the basketball
that's the D they need to show up
tonight in order for have a in order to
have a chance to win their ball game
that's the Dow they need to show up for
the series in order to have a chance and
oh by the way can we get some bench
production from somebody other than
torian Prince nobody else scored a point
not Den Woody not Gabe Vincent not
Jackson Hayes nobody Zero Zero from the
Lakers bench I mean come on man you can
ask LeBron and AD to do but so much
somebody else got to sh step up and show
they wear a Lakers uniform too and
that's not what we saw can we just start
with one game you talk about we need D
Lo the short up for the entire series
can we just start with game two tonight
call him before we walk one day at a
time Moment by moment over here you know
what I'm saying I mean he can he at
least show he got a pulse I mean it
would be nice he be better tonight he'll
be better tonight he going make at least
at least four threes tonight Stephen
okay all right all right four three
tonight and you know goat you already
know what goat gonna do he out there on
Open Range he on the Range you know Graz
in time his gra in time for the go you
you talking about LeBron you talking
about LeBron about LeBron I mean I I
didn't know what you were talking about
you said goat I was like MJ retired you
know who the goat is you talk about that
you talk about LeBron I mean I mean the
goats retired watch him tonight watch
him tonight right okay you youing a
different story Tom Stephen wait hold up
real quick before we go to break did you
tell Shannon what you said I don't think
he was on that show you said if LeBron
if LeBron wins this series right oh yeah
yeah I said listen if LeBron wins this
series and then went on to win the
championship I I I might have to
entertain the conversation of goat I
might have to entertain that Shannon I
had to that much I had to admit that
much but we both know that's not going
to happen he don't deserve it but he
going home in the first round whoa whoa
whoa he's going home in the first round
he don't deserve to go home in the first
round but he's going home in the first
round you talking about he win the title
who you going to entertain I want to
know who who you want to entertain it's
already it's been it's been verified he
already to go no but verify by shanon I
don't give aam I don't give a damn how
big time sh Shay is you are not the you
are not the judge and jury when it comes
to the go stop that nonsense
go all right 40,000 please he never like
he like nine time all first team
defensive team please so don't even get
me started how many first team how many
First Team all NBA we got what how many
First Team all NBA we got I don't even
know don't matter you've been around
long enough you should my my my guy only
know he don't even really know what it's
like not to be all NBA my guy played
less years than yours and still got two
more titles why did still got two more
titles and still got two more titles two
more titles two more titles two more tit
you looking for one for the thumb we got
the extra hand up you see I'm saying
that's what we got what got all I know
all I know is my guy is hey they said
the 2018 Golden State Warriors was the
greatest championship team ever
assembled that's what my guy y guy going
up against guy going up against seatt
my package NBA gave do do that LeBron MJ
for the 800th time on this television
program man but I have to go to
commercial break look at Shannon he
doesn't even know what I'm saying he's
so focused I heard you goer
break just happy you got your purse I'm
going take it back
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