SAN FRANCISCO — Lakers coach JJ Redick has expressed the volatility of an NBA season, referencing Jay-Z’s lyric, “It was all good just a week ago.” After a strong run with 16 wins in 18 games, the Lakers faced a downturn, highlighted by injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, leading to three consecutive losses. With the Nuggets likely clinching the No. 3 seed, the Lakers are now preparing for a first-round playoff matchup against the Rockets, with homecourt advantage at stake. The changing dynamics have set the stage for a highly anticipated playoff series between LeBron James and Kevin Durant.
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