Los Angeles Lakers Are No Longer The Worst 3-Point Shooting Team In The NBA

The Los Angeles Lakers have finally improved beyond being the worst 3-point shooting team in the NBA

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The Los Angeles Lakers started their season 2-10 and were the worst team in the NBA. One of their biggest concerns was the team’s failure to make shots. The Lakers were shooting under 25% from three to start the season. However, their shooting has improved after the Lakers have experimented with new lineups by moving Russell Westbrook to the bench.

After the Lakers win over the Spurs that put it at 7-11, the Lakers 3-point percentage has become better as the team is now converting 31.1% from 3s on the season, according to ESPN. The team has had performances where they have made over 40% of their shots in games, and it has been trending upwards. The New York Knicks and the Charlotte Hornets have slipped below the Lakers for worst and second worst in the league. 

The Lakers being 7-11 is an improvement, but they are still a long way off from where the team needs to be. This shooting is marginally better, and there’s still a lot to be desired from the team’s shooting performances.


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The inherent lack of shooting on the roster is something that can’t be changed until new players are brought. Lonnie Walker IV current good spell of shooting continuing might not be realistic, as he has made 45.7% of his 3s over the last 6 games. 

LeBron James hasn’t found his jumper yet, and his recent injury won’t help the veteran get into his shooting rhythm any faster. Even though Russell Westbrook is emerging as a sixth man of the year contender, he is seeing his minutes decrease, averaging just 26 minutes over their 5-1 run recently. If he’s disposable, acquiring a player like Buddy Hield might be a game-changer.  

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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 ReportYahoo Sports, NBA, Fox Sports, The Spun
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