Charles Barkley is starting to believe in the Los Angeles Lakers. However, it may not be for the reasons that everyone else is. On Sunday, during the telecast of the Lakers playoff game, Barkley discussed what he is seeing in the playoff landscape. No, it isn't just the talent of the Lakers that has Barkley believing in them. But rather, their current and potential matchups waiting for them. It looks as if the Lakers could be playing a Grizzlies team that may be without their best player in Ja Morant.
Morant injured his hand on Sunday night, with the outlook not being so great. Now, the Lakers can pounce on the wounded Grizzlies, extending their series lead. Here's what Barkley had to say on the matter. "If you actually look at it now, the Lakers that was the easiest path to the Conference Finals…I rather be in the Play-In and play 1 bad team at home. The Clippers got a tougher road because they have to go through the Suns and Denver."
Charles Barkley Likes The Lakers Odds
While Barkley could be right in his assessment. However, if the Lakers advance, they will be taking on a strong team in either the Warriors or Kings. Yes, the Clippers could potentially have a tougher road with Phoenix and Denver. But counting out the reigning champs and Sacramento could seem rather foolish. However, with all the talk on future matchups, we're only one game into the opening round. A lot can happen from now until the end of the week.
The Lakers bandwagon seems to be growing larger by the day. A team that was once believed to not belong in the playoffs. Now, has all the luck on their side. But they may not be entirely lucky. Lakers star Anthony Davis did suffer an arm injury on Sunday night. However, Davis did return and finish strong for his team in the win. Do you believe the Lakers have a favorable road to the NBA Finals? Let us know your thoughts in the comment section. For the latest NBA news, keep it locked in here with HNHH.
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