Even more in crisis since the All-Star Break break, the Lakers will undoubtedly make changes in the weeks to come. Frank Vogel and Russell Westbrook are targeted, although no decision has been made yet. However, for the coach, the fate seems to be sealed.
With a record that just dropped to 27-35, the Lakers are sinking in the Western Conference. Fans were hoping for a reaction with the All-Star Break break, but the opposite is happening. Winning a match is almost a miracle in the City of Angels, and the schedule won’t make it easy for teammates to LeBron James.
Access the playoffs via a direct place? You could say it’s over. Even for the play-in, you have to look behind, since the Pelicans are very hot, with 4 straight wins. A change in the standings is in sight, even if the Angelinos refuse to panic at this time. After all, there is still a month of competition left to reverse the trend… or sink a little more.
Frank Vogel’s future fixed at the Lakers?
But until then, fans are hoping the franchise will make changes. DJ Augustin will soon make his debut to strengthen the lead, which needs it after the performances of Russell Westbrook, who could pay dearly for it. The star could discover the bench, as a sanction from the Purple and Gold.
For Vogel? Many wonder if the coach will pay for the poor results of this roster, which would not necessarily be surprising. However, according to a speech by Adrian Wojnarowski on ESPN, movement is not to be expected. Vogel can thank the injuries, since the front office is convinced that they explain the poor results.
Anthony Davis has missed a lot of games, so the Lakers don’t think firing Frank Vogel will change anything.
It is certain that injuries have not spared the Angelinos roster this campaign. However, is this the real problem? We can strongly doubt it, especially given the level of some players. Moreover, the results were far from perfect, even with a Davis present on the floor. So be careful not to play with fire.
Frank Vogel can be calm, his position is not in danger at the moment. We are still talking about a champion coach in 2020, victim of a workforce permeable to injuries, it is true. In case of change, it will be necessary to wait for the summer, not before.
