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Darvin Ham Says He Has ‘Tricks Up His Sleeve’ To Figure Out Who’ll Lead The Lakers Bench After Russell Westbrook Trade

Lakers head coach Darvin Ham is ready to show the fans how the team will address their sixth-man concerns since Russell Westbrook left.

Ishaan Bhattacharya
Feb 16, 2023
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The Los Angeles Lakers have upgraded their roster before the trade deadline, acquiring 5 new players via trade this season to round out their lineup for an improbable late-season playoff push. 

Even though Russell Westbrook had an awkward fit on the squad, he emerged as a Sixth Man of the Year candidate due to his impact on the Lakers coming off the bench. Losing him means the Lakers no longer have a veteran ball-handler and playmaker leading the bench unit.

Darvin Ham was asked about how the team plans on combatting that issue, and all the coach had to say was that he ‘had some tricks up his sleeve.’

I asked Darvin Ham who he envisions replacing Russell Westbrook as the leader/primary ballhandler of the bench unit now that LeBron is likely back.

He said he has “a few tricks up his sleeve” and that we’ll be surprised when the starters are announced.

— Jovan Buha (@jovanbuha) February 16, 2023

The Lakers announced their starting five for their game against the Pelicans tonight. They’re starting D’Angelo Russell, Jarred Vanderbilt, and Malik Beasley alongside LeBron James and Anthony Davis, meaning Dennis Schroder is likely going to be the team’s sixth man going forward.


What Is The Best Lineup For The Lakers?

After the Lakers lost to the Portland Trail Blazers, fans were extremely upset about the rotation Ham was running. Jarred Vanderbilt has proven he deserves more minutes, and the same goes for Malik Beasley, so it’s good to see both of those players be rewarded with starting roles. 

Schroder, Rui Hachimura, Lonnie Walker, Troy Brown Jr., and Mo Bamba give the Lakers an extremely solid 10-man rotation. In an ideal world, this is the perfect lineup for the Lakers to try and ensure they have their best players sharing the floor as often as possible. The room for error has vanished, and the Lakers need to start playing like their playoffs are starting now to maximize wins to help them cement a playoff spot. 

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Ishaan Bhattacharya is a content manager for Fadeaway World from New Delhi, India. With his expertise in NBA content creation, Ishaan brings a wealth of experience to his role, contributing to the site's authority and reach within the basketball community. Over the last year, Ishaan has interviewed Ray Allen and Mark Tatum, while also covering the 2023 NBA Abu Dhabi Games which saw the Dallas Mavericks take on the Minnesota Timberwolves.Since joining Fadeaway World in March 2022, Ishaan Bhattacharya has become known for his unique perspective on the NBA. He consistently delivers this insight through his daily news coverage and detailed opinion pieces on the most significant topics in the league.Before his tenure at Fadeaway World, Ishaan worked in corporate communications, where he serviced prominent sports brands, including NBA India, Sports18, Amazon Prime Sports, and Royal Challengers Bangalore. This experience in strategic communications for leading sports entities has enhanced his ability to craft impactful narratives and connect with a global audience.A true MFFLer (Mavs Fan for Life, for the uninitiated), Ishaan is a massive fan of the Dallas Mavericks. When he is not upset about Jalen Brunson walking in free agency, you can see Ishaan as an avid gamer and content creator. His passion for basketball extends beyond the Mavericks, as evidenced by his thoughtfully curated NBA Mount Rushmore, featuring LeBron James, Michael Jordan, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and Bill Russell—each representing distinct eras and bringing their unique qualities to the game.Featured On: ESPN, Sports Illustrated, Bleacher Report, Yahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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