The Fellas Discuss The Lakers'-Nuggets 1st Round + Zion's Big Night | NBA on TNT
Summary
TLDRThe segment from 'Inside the NBA' captures an intense NBA game where LeBron James and the Lakers faced off against Zion Williamson and the Pelicans. Despite a stellar 40-point performance by Zion, the Pelicans were pushed into a play-in situation due to their loss. The commentary highlights key moments, including strategic plays, the need for a point guard for the Pelicans, and impressive performances by other players. Zion's injury and its implications for upcoming games are also discussed, emphasizing his impact and potential. The Lakers' victory sets them up for a challenging series against the Denver Nuggets.
Takeaways
- ๐ LeBron James and the Lakers defeated Zion Williamson and the Pelicans, impacting the Pelicans' playoff positioning.
- ๐ฅ Zion Williamson had a standout performance with 40 points, showing his ability to dominate the game both in the first and second halves.
- ๐ The Pelicans' need for a point guard was emphasized during the game, particularly noting how the team's dynamic improved with Alvarado playing.
- ๐ Despite a high-scoring game, Zion's injury, believed to be a left hamstring issue, is a significant concern for his team.
- ๐ The game's fast pace was a key factor, with both teams playing aggressively, which was highlighted by a critical moment with Zion scoring with the clock running out in the first half.
- ๐ The Lakers maintained a lead throughout the game, ending the first half ahead by ten points.
- ๐ช D'Angelo Russell and LeBron James contributed crucial plays and points to secure the Lakers' win and undefeated streak in the play-in tournament.
- ๐ Post-game discussions focused on Zion's potential and resilience, emphasizing his role as a 'generational talent' that could lead the Pelicans in future seasons.
- ๐ Concerns were raised about the possibility of the Pelicans struggling in their upcoming games without Zion, especially against teams like Sacramento.
- ๐ The script also hinted at strategical considerations for upcoming games against teams like Denver, discussing player matchups and team dynamics.
Q & A
What was the outcome of the game between the Lakers and the Pelicans?
-The Lakers won the game with a score of 110 to 106.
How did Zion Williamson perform in the game?
-Zion Williamson had an outstanding performance, scoring 40 points and grabbing 11 rebounds.
What was noted as a significant difference in the Pelicans' gameplay when Alvarado was in the game?
-The commentators noted that the Pelicans played much better and faster when Alvarado was in the game, which helped change the momentum.
What was the half-time score in the Lakers versus Pelicans game?
-The score at half-time was 60 to 50 in favor of the Lakers.
What injury did Zion Williamson suffer during the game?
-Zion Williamson is believed to have suffered a left hamstring injury during the game.
What future game did the Lakers advance to play after their victory?
-After their victory, the Lakers advanced to play against the Denver Nuggets.
What was Shaquille O'Neal's expectation from Zion Williamson before the game?
-Shaquille O'Neal challenged Zion Williamson to score 40 points in the game.
What do the commentators suggest the Pelicans need to improve for the next season?
-The commentators suggested that the Pelicans urgently need to acquire a point guard to enhance their performance.
What did Charles Barkley say about his personal experience related to playing in shape?
-Charles Barkley mentioned that he spent his entire season getting into shape rather than starting the season in shape, emphasizing the importance of being fit to perform consistently well.
What did Kenny Smith imply about the impact of playoff experiences on players?
-Kenny Smith suggested that playing in the playoffs builds players' skills and confidence, which makes regular season games seem easier and allows players to perform better.
Outlines
๐ NBA Highlights: Lakers vs Pelicans
The first paragraph discusses a recent NBA game where LeBron James and the Lakers faced off against Zion Williamson and the Pelicans. The Lakers won, which had implications for the Pelicans' playoff standing. The commentary highlights Zion's impressive performance, scoring 40 points and showcasing his ability to drive to the basket effectively. The discussion also touches on the Pelicans' need for a point guard and how their pace improved with Alvarado on the court. The Lakers led at halftime, and there's a debate about LeBron's role as a starter versus a finisher. The summary ends with the Lakers moving on to face the Denver Nuggets in the playoffs and a mention of Zion's injury.
๐ค Reflections on Zion's Performance and Future
The second paragraph is a discussion among analysts about Zion Williamson's potential as a superstar, following his dominant and explosive performance in the game. Despite receiving little help from his teammates, Zion's play was highly praised. The analysts also discuss the importance of playoff experience for a player's development, suggesting that success in the playoffs can elevate a player's regular-season performance. There's a mention of Zion's physical transformation during the season and the need for consistent fitness to maintain a high level of play. The conversation concludes with a preview of upcoming games, including the Lakers' match against the Nuggets, and a light-hearted comment about the reliability of information from Shams Charania.
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Keywords
๐กLeBron James
๐กZion Williamson
๐กPlay-In Tournament
๐กPoint Guard
๐กHamstring Injury
๐กPlayoffs
๐กDenver Nuggets
๐กShaq
๐กAlvarado
๐กD'Angelo Russell
๐กJamal Murray
Highlights
LeBron James and the Lakers beat Zion Williamson and the Pelicans, impacting New Orleans' playoff chances.
Zion Williamson puts up an impressive 40-point game with 20 points in the first half.
The Pelicans' need for a point guard is emphasized, especially when Alvarado is in the game.
The Lakers lead 60-50 at half-time, highlighting LeBron's defensive play against Zion.
Debate on LeBron's role as a starter versus a finisher in games.
Austin Reaves contributes with a great look inside, as the Lakers lead 73-55.
Zion's performance is praised despite receiving little help from his teammates.
Alvarado's impact on the game is discussed, highlighting his ability to change the pace.
The Lakers remain undefeated in the play-in tournament with a score of 106-102.
Willie Green comments on Zion's battle and the team's support, despite a tough loss.
Zion is considered a generational talent with the potential to continually improve.
Shams Charania reports that Zion is believed to have suffered a left hamstring injury.
The Lakers' upcoming challenge against the Denver Nuggets is discussed, with the Nuggets' recent dominance over the Lakers.
LeBron acknowledges the difficulty of facing the Nuggets, considering their energy and championship pedigree.
Aaron Gordon's potential to match up against LeBron James is highlighted.
The importance of Jamal Murray's performance for the Nuggets' success is emphasized.
The anticipation for the first game of the Lakers and Nuggets series is building.
Transcripts
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>> INSIDE THE NBA IS BROUGHT
TO YOU BY THE THREE RO KIA
SORENTO BUILT FOR THE
UNSTOPPABLE. KIA IS THE
OFFICIAL AUTOMOTIVE PARTNER
OF THE NBA.
>> WELL, WHEN LEBRON JAMES
AND THE LAKERS BEAT ZION
WILLIAMSON AND THE PELICANS
ON SUNDAY, IT KNOCKED NEW
ORLEANS INTO THE PLAY IN.
HAD A CHANCE TO CLINCH A
PLAYOFF SPOT. SO THOSE TWO
GOING AT IT AGAIN TONIGHT IN
NEW ORLEANS. AND ZION FOR A
COUPLE THERE. AND A REALLY
GOOD FIRST HALF PLAY REALLY
AGGRESSIVE.
>> HE HAD A GREAT GAME
ACTUALLY 40 POINT GAME. AND
HERE'S 20 IN THE FIRST 20 IN
THE SECOND. HIS ABILITY TO
GET YOU OFF THE DRIBBLE WELL
YOU GOT TO THE PELICANS.
>> THE FIRST THING THEY
NEEDED TO DO THIS OFF
SEASON. GO OUT AND GET A
POINT GUARD. BECAUSE IT WAS
GLARING IN THE SECOND HALF
WHEN HE HAD ALVARADO IN
THERE. THEY NEED A POINT
GUARD.
>> WHEN THEY HAD ALVARADO
WHEN THEY PLAYED MUCH
BETTER.
>> THEY MADE AND THEY PLAYED
MUCH FASTER. THAT WAS THE
DIFFERENCE IN THE GAME. YOU
CAN'T WALK THE BALL UP AND
DOWN THE COURT AND GO ONE ON
ONE LIKE THEY WERE TRYING TO
DO.
>> OH, LOOK AT ZION WITH A
WITH THE CLOCK RUNNING OUT
IN THE FIRST HALF HIGH OFF
THE GLASS.
>> ALL THESE PLAYERS ARE
GOING FAST ERNIE. THAT WAS
THE DIFFERENCE IN THE GAME.
>> 60 TO 50 LAKERS AT THE
HALF. OH SEE THAT LEBRON
TAKING THE CHARGE FROM ZION.
>> THAT'S WHY HE NEEDED TO
BE FINISHED AND NOT STARTING
TO PLAY AT HALF COURT. GUYS
JUST STANDING.
>> BUT HE'S A GOOD STARTER
TOO I DON'T THINK HE SHOULD
DO THAT.
>> HE SHOULD BE FINISHING.
THAT'S WHEN THEY MADE THEIR
MOVE WHEN HE WAS FINISHED.
>> OH GOOD PASS. OH MY GOOD.
>> GREAT LOOK INSIDE TO
AUSTIN REAVES. THEY WERE UP
73 TO 55.
>> ZION DIDN'T GET ANY HELP
TONIGHT. OH ASHLEY ALVARADO
PLAYED GOOD.
>> YEAH HE DID. AND HE HE
CHANGED THE PACE.
>> HE CHANGED THE I CHANGED
THE MOMENTUM OF THE GAME.
>> BUT HE WAS THE ONLY ONE
HE PLAYED GREAT. GIVE ME
SOME D.
>> OH THIS CAT PLAYED GREAT
TOO. HE DID 91 TO 80 AT THAT
POINT. WELL HERE COMES THE
PELICANS.
>> ALVARADO FOR THREE FROM I
LIKE ALVARADO GAME. AND HERE
COMES THIS PART OF THIS 13
TO 2 RUN. PUSH IT UP TOP TO
ZION. YOU'RE TIED AT 93.
PUSH THAT THING.
>> SEE CHUCK HE'S SO GOOD IN
THAT AREA.
>> YEAH BUT THAT'S NOT THE
WAY YOU'RE GOING TO WIN HIM
GOING ONE ON ONE. HE GOT THE
FINISH LAST BUCKET OF THE
GAME THERE FOR ZION
WILLIAMSON 40 POINTS 11
REBOUNDS.
>> OBVIOUSLY FRUSTRATED AS
HE LEAVES. MORE ON HIS
SITUATION IN JUST A SECOND.
TOUGH LEBRON CONNECTING ON
IT YEAH TOUGH JUMPER THERE
9997. AND TRAE MURPHY
FLOATING TO TIE IT UP.
>> THIS WAS A REALLY BIG
PLAY.
>> CHANCE TO TAKE THE LEAD
AND LOOK AT THE STEAL BY
D'ANGELO RUSSELL.
>> THAT'S ONLY TURNOVER BY
ALVARADO BECAUSE THAT WOULD
HAVE BEEN A BLOCK ANYWAY.
>> HE NEVER GOT THE LEAD
AFTER THIS THREE RIGHT HERE.
>> BIG SHOT RIGHT HERE.
DON'T LOOK AT THE BENCH
RUSSELL 21 AND SIX ASSISTS.
>> ADD HAD 20 AND 15 LEBRON
23 NINE AND NINE. AND A THE
LAKERS UNDEFEATED IN THE
PLAY IN PLAY IN TOURNAMENT.
NOW WHEN IT WON 10' 106.
THEY MOVE ON TO TAKE ON THE
DENVER NUGGETS. LET'S HEAR
FROM WILLIE GREEN ON ZION.
>> IT WAS TOUGH TO SEE HIM
GO DOWN. HE WAS BATTLING. HE
WAS GOING AND THE TEAM WAS
WAS RIGHT THERE WITH HIM. WE
HAVE HIM FOR A FEW MORE
MINUTES. YOU KNOW MAYBE WE
HAVE A CHANCE TO PULL THIS
THING OUT.
>> HE'S A GENERATIONAL
PLAYER, A GENERATIONAL
TALENT.
>> HE'S GOING TO CONTINUE TO
GET BETTER AND BETTER AND
BETTER.
>> AND TONIGHT WAS JUST A
SMALL MICROCOSM OF HOW HOW
GREAT HE CAN BE. YOU KNOW,
HIS ABILITY TO GET DOWNHILL,
FINISH VERY SMALL, FINISH
VERSE BIGS. HE JUST SAW IT.
>> THEY KEPT SWINGING. WE
KEPT FIGHTING BACK MEET
FORCE WITH FORCE. THEIR
ATHLETICISM THEIR SKILL,
THEIR ABILITY TO SHOOT THE
BALL ZION YOU KNOW HIS
NONSTOP RELENTLESSNESS. AND
THAT'S A HELL OF A TEAM. WE
JUST GOT PASSED.
>> THERE WAS THIS THIS
NOTION OUT THERE PERHAPS
THAT IT WOULD BE BETTER FOR
YOU GUYS TO DROP THIS GAME
TO AVOID DENVER.
>> INSANE ASYLUM SOURCES SAY
.
>> SURE. NO OBVIOUSLY
THEY'VE HAD A TON OF SUCCESS
AGAINST OUR BALL CLUB, BUT
THERE'S ALWAYS A NEW DAY.
>> SHAMS CHARANIA REPORTING
THAT ZION IS BELIEVED TO
HAVE SUFFERED A LEFT
HAMSTRING INJURY, SOURCES
TELLING THE ATHLETIC, HAD
THAT 40 AND 11.
>> HOW CAN WE BELIEVE HIM?
HIS NAME IS SHAMS.
>> SHAMS?
>> I'M JUST KIDDING, MAN. I
CAN'T JOKE, MAN.
>> NO, SO THAT'S ACTUALLY
ONE OF YOUR BETTER ONES.
>> IT'S SUPPOSED TO HAVE AN
MRI TOMORROW, SEE HOW. SEE
HOW HE FEELS.
>> THEY GOT NO CHANCE OF
BEATING THE KINGS WITHOUT
HIM, IN MY OPINION. I MEAN,
I THINK TONIGHT HE WAS JUST
MY FIRST TIME. I SAID, YO,
MAN, THIS DUDE MIGHT BE A
STAR. THIS DUDE MIGHT BE A
SUPERSTAR BECAUSE HE WAS
DOMINANT. HE WAS EXPLOSIVE.
IT WAS FUN TO WATCH. HE GOT
ZERO HELP FROM THE GUYS WHO
WAS SUPPOSED TO BEEN GIVING
HIM HELP. BUT YOU KNOW, SHAQ
CHALLENGED HIM BEFORE THE
GAME SAYING, YO MAN, IT'S
ABOUT TIME YOU DO YOUR
THING. AND WHAT DID YOU SAY?
>> GIVE ME 40.
>> YEAH, GIVE ME 40. HE HAD
I WAS VERY IMPRESSED. I HATE
TO SEE HIM GO DOWN LIKE
THAT. BUT YOU KNOW, NOW NOW
THAT WE SEE WHAT HE CAN DO
IN ORDER TO BE A GREAT
PLAYER, HE HAS TO CONTINUE
THIS AND GO TO THE NEXT
STEP. SO IF HE DOES COME
BACK, WHETHER HE'S HURT OR
NOT, HE'S STILL GOING TO
HAVE TO GIVE US ONE OF THESE
GREAT EFFORTS BECAUSE I
AGREE WITH CHUCK. HE'S NOT
PLAYING AGAINST SACRAMENTO,
THEY MIGHT NOT HAVE A
CHANCE. BUT IF HE IS GOING
TO PLAY AND, YOU KNOW, HE'S
JUST A LITTLE SORE, YOU JUST
GOT TO, YOU KNOW, PUSH
THROUGH IT. YEAH
>> BUT I DON'T KNOW IF YOU
CAN PUSH THROUGH A
HAMSTRING.
>> YOU CAN ICY HOT.
>> NO. THE HAMSTRING THAT'S
LIKE THAT'S ONE OF THOSE
WORST INJURIES YOU CAN GET.
>> I SEE HOT.
>> WELL FOR ME, YOU WHAT I
SAW, ERNIE, YOU KNOW, THESE
ARE THE GAMES. LIKE THAT
MAKE PLAYERS. I ALWAYS FELT
THE PLAYOFFS MAKE PLAYERS
WHEN THEY GO TO THE NEXT
SEASON OR OR TEAMS GO TO THE
NEXT SEASON. THERE'S A LEVEL
OF EXCELLENCE THAT YOU HAVE
TO HAVE AT THE PLAYOFFS. SO
I DON'T KNOW IF SHAQ AND
CHARLES FELT THIS WAY. AFTER
YOU WENT TO YOUR FIRST
PLAYOFF AND YOU STARTED
WINNING, WHEN YOU CAME BACK
TO THE REGULAR SEASON, IT
WAS SO EASY BECAUSE
EVERYBODY'S NOT PLAYING AT
THAT LEVEL. YOU KNOW, TEAMS
WHO HAVE NEVER GOTTEN THEIR
TEAMS ARE TRYING TO STILL
FIND THEMSELVES. SO YOU JUST
PINPOINT THINGS PRETTY
EASILY. AND YOU KNOW, WE DID
THAT. I FELT AS A TEAM A LOT
OF TIMES WHEN WE MADE OUR
SURGE WITH THE ROCKETS. BUT
DO YOU GUYS FEEL THAT ZION
NOW IF HE GETS THIS IS WHY I
WANT HIM TO GET TO THE
PLAYOFFS. WELL, BECAUSE THEN
HE'LL KNOW HE'LL BRING THAT
TO THE REGULAR SEASON. WELL
THAT 4020. AND THEN YOU'RE
LIKE, OH MY GOSH. THEN WHEN
HE GETS THE PLAYOFFS IT'S
OUT OF HERE.
>> WELL I THINK THE ONE
THING HE'S GOT TO LEARN AND
LIKE I SAID HE DIDN'T HAVE A
MOMENT ALONE LIKE I DID. HE
SPENT THE WHOLE SEASON
GETTING IN SHAPE AND
SHELTER, STARTING THE SEASON
IN SHAPE, AND YOU KNOW MY
RULE.
>> YEAH. YOU DON'T PLAY
BASKETBALL TO GET IN SHAPE.
YOU GET IN SHAPE TO PLAY
BASKETBALL.
>> SO HE SPENT, I THINK
SOMEBODY SAID HE'S LOST
ABOUT 25 OR 30 POUNDS DURING
THE SEASON. AND HIS BODY
LOOKS SO MUCH BETTER THAN IT
DID IN OCTOBER. NOVEMBER
DECEMBER. HE LOOKS AMAZING.
BUT THE PIGGYBACK ON KENNY'S
POINT IF HE GET IN STAYS IN
GREAT SHAPE. HE COULD DO
THIS MORE OFTEN BECAUSE YOU
CAN HAVE LIKE WHAT MOSES
SAID TO ME, HIS SON, YOU CAN
HAVE SOME GOOD GAMES BEING
FAT AND OVERWEIGHT, BUT YOU
CAN'T BE CONSISTENT.
>> THE PELS HOME AGAINST
SACRAMENTO ON FRIDAY. THEY
WERE FIVE. AND OH AGAINST
SACRAMENTO THIS YEAR. BUT IF
ZION IS A NO GO WE'LL SEE
WHAT IMPACT THAT IS.
MEANTIME GOLDEN STATE I MEAN
MEANTIME THE LAKERS ADVANCED
TO PLAY DENVER. AND THE
NUGGETS HAVE BEATEN THEM
EIGHT STRAIGHT TIMES GOING
INTO THIS FIRST ROUND
SERIES.
>> LEBRON SAID IT. IT'S
GOING TO BE A TOUGH TASK.
YOU KNOW A.D IS GOING TO
HAVE TO PLAY OUT OF THIS
WORLD. MAGNIFICENT BALL. BUT
EVEN THEN YOU KNOW THEY
DON'T HAVE AN ANSWER FOR THE
JOKER. YOU KNOW DENVER PLAYS
WITH SO MUCH ENERGY THAT
THEY ARE THE DEFENDING
CHAMPS. THEY'RE DEFINITELY
GOING TO BE READY. HOPEFULLY
THE DENVER'S CAN HAVE SOME
SLIPPAGE SO THE LAKERS CAN
HAVE SOME SUCCESS. BUT IF
DENVER IS FOCUSED AND THE
LAKERS ARE FOCUSED, MIGHT BE
ANOTHER SWEEP.
>> WELL, FOR ME IT'S ALL
ABOUT JAMAL MURRAY. FIRST OF
ALL, THE JOKER. HE'S ON A
WHOLE NOTHER PLANET RIGHT
NOW. LET'S JUST TAKE HIM OUT
THE EQUATION. BUT THEY CAN'T
STOP HIM. BUT AARON GORDON
IS ONE OF THE FEW PEOPLE WHO
ARE BIG ENOUGH, STRONG
ENOUGH TO HANG WITH LEBRON
BECAUSE LEBRON IS LIKE, GOT
A PERFECT BODY AS FAR AS
HE'S SIX EIGHT, SIX, NINE,
BIG AND STRONG. THERE'S NOT
MANY GUYS HAVE THAT
COMBINATION. YOU NORMALLY
HAVE A BIG GUY WHO'S SKINNY
WHO'S NOT STRONG. AARON
GORDON CAN MAKE HIM WORK
HARD. BUT THE KEY IF YOU GO
BACK TO LAST YEAR WITH THE
NUGGETS START BECOMING
CHAMPIONS, WHO WAS THE
SECOND BEST PLAYER OUT
THERE? JAMAL MURRAY HAS TO
BE THE SECOND BEST PLAYER
AND THAT THAT HE'S THE KEY
TO THE NUGGETS. THE JOKER IS
GOING TO DO WHAT THE JOKER
DOES, BUT EVERYBODY ELSE IS
GOING TO DO WHAT THEY DO.
BUT THE KEY IS JAMAL MURRAY.
IF HE'S THE SECOND BEST
PLAYER ON THE NUGGETS TEAM,
THEY'RE GOING TO COME OUT OF
THE WEST.
>> GAME ONE OF THAT SERIES
WILL BE SATURDAY NIGHT IN
DENVER LAKERS AND THE
NUGGETS. WHAT HAVE WE GOT ON
SOCIAL AT THIS HOUR. HOW CAN
WE BELIEVE HIM IF HIS NAME
IS SHAMS? I HAVE NEVER
THOUGHT THAT MIKE PETERSON.
AND IT IS SHAMS.
>> PLEASE SPELL SHAMS,
THOUGH. HEY WE'LL LOOK AHEAD
TO WHAT'S GOING ON WEDNESDAY
IN THE PLAY IN.
>> WHEN WE COME BACK.
>> OH, BIG GAME IN CHICA
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