Danny Green Believes Lakers Could Have Repeated

Danny Green, a three-time NBA champion, believes that the Los Angeles Lakers could have won another championship in 2021 if the team had remained intact after their 2020 title. Green pointed out that key players were traded or left in free agency, leading to a less cohesive team that ultimately finished seventh and was eliminated in the first round of the playoffs. Despite acknowledging that the 2020-21 squad was arguably more talented, he emphasized the importance of team chemistry and continuity. Green speculated that while Dwight Howard, a former teammate, thinks they could have achieved a three-peat, he personally believes they would have secured at least one more title. The Lakers' subsequent roster moves and injuries to stars like Anthony Davis contributed to their decline, leaving fans to wonder about the potential legacy of the 2020 championship team. Green's reflections highlight the ongoing debate about team dynamics in the quest for NBA success.