@labound.bsky.social
New Set: Elbow Flex Exit Punch
-Entry to Luka at elbow/slot
-Flex action w/LBJ screening for Rui
-Maxi exit screen for Rui
-Luka entry to Lebron
The flex action + exit screen is just window dressing to get Lebron a true 1v1 against a mismatch
This is how you eliminate help defense
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-Entry to Luka at elbow/slot
-Flex action w/LBJ screening for Rui
-Maxi exit screen for Rui
-Luka entry to Lebron
The flex action + exit screen is just window dressing to get Lebron a true 1v1 against a mismatch
This is how you eliminate help defense
🔥🔥
November 26, 2025 at 4:14 PM
New Set: Elbow Flex Exit Punch
-Entry to Luka at elbow/slot
-Flex action w/LBJ screening for Rui
-Maxi exit screen for Rui
-Luka entry to Lebron
The flex action + exit screen is just window dressing to get Lebron a true 1v1 against a mismatch
This is how you eliminate help defense
🔥🔥
-Entry to Luka at elbow/slot
-Flex action w/LBJ screening for Rui
-Maxi exit screen for Rui
-Luka entry to Lebron
The flex action + exit screen is just window dressing to get Lebron a true 1v1 against a mismatch
This is how you eliminate help defense
🔥🔥
Elbow Flare Dive is becoming one of Redick’s go-to actions against switching schemes and it was lethal vs LAC
As noted in the original post below - this action has been extremely productive in November
Really love using Lebron as the screener + diver in this action
As noted in the original post below - this action has been extremely productive in November
Really love using Lebron as the screener + diver in this action
November 26, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Elbow Flare Dive is becoming one of Redick’s go-to actions against switching schemes and it was lethal vs LAC
As noted in the original post below - this action has been extremely productive in November
Really love using Lebron as the screener + diver in this action
As noted in the original post below - this action has been extremely productive in November
Really love using Lebron as the screener + diver in this action
Luka’s shotmaking is historically great, but I find his processing to be so fascinating
Look at Doncic’s eyes on this possession:
▪️1st read is Dunn v Hayes on roll
▪️2nd read is Collins as low man
▪️Pass fake gets Collins to shift
It’s akin to watching a QB make progressions
Look at Doncic’s eyes on this possession:
▪️1st read is Dunn v Hayes on roll
▪️2nd read is Collins as low man
▪️Pass fake gets Collins to shift
It’s akin to watching a QB make progressions
November 26, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Luka’s shotmaking is historically great, but I find his processing to be so fascinating
Look at Doncic’s eyes on this possession:
▪️1st read is Dunn v Hayes on roll
▪️2nd read is Collins as low man
▪️Pass fake gets Collins to shift
It’s akin to watching a QB make progressions
Look at Doncic’s eyes on this possession:
▪️1st read is Dunn v Hayes on roll
▪️2nd read is Collins as low man
▪️Pass fake gets Collins to shift
It’s akin to watching a QB make progressions
Lebron James continues to provide a massive boost to the transition game
Laker transition frequency and effeciency have been poor all season and LBJ has given the fast break an injection of energy to supplement a half court offense that is potent
Laker transition frequency and effeciency have been poor all season and LBJ has given the fast break an injection of energy to supplement a half court offense that is potent
November 26, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Lebron James continues to provide a massive boost to the transition game
Laker transition frequency and effeciency have been poor all season and LBJ has given the fast break an injection of energy to supplement a half court offense that is potent
Laker transition frequency and effeciency have been poor all season and LBJ has given the fast break an injection of energy to supplement a half court offense that is potent
With Austin Reaves on the court, the Los Angeles Lakers as a team this season:
▪️92nd percentile in Opponent Pts/Possession (-9.9)
▪️85th percentile in Opponent EFG% (-3.6)
And we haven’t touched on the offensive side of the court
It’s early/small sample, but yeah…….
▪️92nd percentile in Opponent Pts/Possession (-9.9)
▪️85th percentile in Opponent EFG% (-3.6)
And we haven’t touched on the offensive side of the court
It’s early/small sample, but yeah…….
November 26, 2025 at 1:33 PM
With Austin Reaves on the court, the Los Angeles Lakers as a team this season:
▪️92nd percentile in Opponent Pts/Possession (-9.9)
▪️85th percentile in Opponent EFG% (-3.6)
And we haven’t touched on the offensive side of the court
It’s early/small sample, but yeah…….
▪️92nd percentile in Opponent Pts/Possession (-9.9)
▪️85th percentile in Opponent EFG% (-3.6)
And we haven’t touched on the offensive side of the court
It’s early/small sample, but yeah…….
Lakers’ Flare series has been extremely successful in the month of November
This is a great action to counter drop/going under the screen (for the shooter) that also exploits switching (for the screener/dive-man)
Redick likes Jake as the screener + diver in this action
This is a great action to counter drop/going under the screen (for the shooter) that also exploits switching (for the screener/dive-man)
Redick likes Jake as the screener + diver in this action
November 24, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Lakers’ Flare series has been extremely successful in the month of November
This is a great action to counter drop/going under the screen (for the shooter) that also exploits switching (for the screener/dive-man)
Redick likes Jake as the screener + diver in this action
This is a great action to counter drop/going under the screen (for the shooter) that also exploits switching (for the screener/dive-man)
Redick likes Jake as the screener + diver in this action
Catch + Shoot 3s This Season:
32.6% - Reaves (14/43)
33.3% - Luka (11/33)
34% - LaRavia (16/47)
Definitely expecting some positive regression in the near future
32.6% - Reaves (14/43)
33.3% - Luka (11/33)
34% - LaRavia (16/47)
Definitely expecting some positive regression in the near future
November 24, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Catch + Shoot 3s This Season:
32.6% - Reaves (14/43)
33.3% - Luka (11/33)
34% - LaRavia (16/47)
Definitely expecting some positive regression in the near future
32.6% - Reaves (14/43)
33.3% - Luka (11/33)
34% - LaRavia (16/47)
Definitely expecting some positive regression in the near future
Among guards, Austin Reaves is literally the best finisher in the world
81.8% at the rim (100th percentile)
59.3% on non-restricted paint attempts (floaters) - #1 in NBA among guards
Reaves' ascension from UDFA to legitimate top-20 offensive player in the world is unparalleled
81.8% at the rim (100th percentile)
59.3% on non-restricted paint attempts (floaters) - #1 in NBA among guards
Reaves' ascension from UDFA to legitimate top-20 offensive player in the world is unparalleled
November 19, 2025 at 2:37 PM
Among guards, Austin Reaves is literally the best finisher in the world
81.8% at the rim (100th percentile)
59.3% on non-restricted paint attempts (floaters) - #1 in NBA among guards
Reaves' ascension from UDFA to legitimate top-20 offensive player in the world is unparalleled
81.8% at the rim (100th percentile)
59.3% on non-restricted paint attempts (floaters) - #1 in NBA among guards
Reaves' ascension from UDFA to legitimate top-20 offensive player in the world is unparalleled
I was inclined to think the area where Lebron would help most was in the transition game and he certainly didn’t disappoint
Lebron was directly responsible for 10 transition points that came within the first 6 seconds of the shotclock
Lebron was directly responsible for 10 transition points that came within the first 6 seconds of the shotclock
November 19, 2025 at 2:13 PM
I was inclined to think the area where Lebron would help most was in the transition game and he certainly didn’t disappoint
Lebron was directly responsible for 10 transition points that came within the first 6 seconds of the shotclock
Lebron was directly responsible for 10 transition points that came within the first 6 seconds of the shotclock
The Lakers are #3 in the NBA in TS% (61.4) and #5 in EFG% (57.1)
All while being #28 in transition frequency (14.9%) and #27 in transition PPP (1.05)
In short, despite facing a set defense more than almost every team in the league…….the Lakers have still been a potent offense
All while being #28 in transition frequency (14.9%) and #27 in transition PPP (1.05)
In short, despite facing a set defense more than almost every team in the league…….the Lakers have still been a potent offense
Won’t pretend the Lakers are without flaws, as there are legitimate concerns on the defensive end in particular
That said, LAL is tied for the most wins (6) in the NBA against teams .500 and above
It’s obviously early, but accomplishing that w/o LeBron is objectively impressive
That said, LAL is tied for the most wins (6) in the NBA against teams .500 and above
It’s obviously early, but accomplishing that w/o LeBron is objectively impressive
November 16, 2025 at 5:18 PM
The Lakers are #3 in the NBA in TS% (61.4) and #5 in EFG% (57.1)
All while being #28 in transition frequency (14.9%) and #27 in transition PPP (1.05)
In short, despite facing a set defense more than almost every team in the league…….the Lakers have still been a potent offense
All while being #28 in transition frequency (14.9%) and #27 in transition PPP (1.05)
In short, despite facing a set defense more than almost every team in the league…….the Lakers have still been a potent offense
Won’t pretend the Lakers are without flaws, as there are legitimate concerns on the defensive end in particular
That said, LAL is tied for the most wins (6) in the NBA against teams .500 and above
It’s obviously early, but accomplishing that w/o LeBron is objectively impressive
That said, LAL is tied for the most wins (6) in the NBA against teams .500 and above
It’s obviously early, but accomplishing that w/o LeBron is objectively impressive
November 16, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Won’t pretend the Lakers are without flaws, as there are legitimate concerns on the defensive end in particular
That said, LAL is tied for the most wins (6) in the NBA against teams .500 and above
It’s obviously early, but accomplishing that w/o LeBron is objectively impressive
That said, LAL is tied for the most wins (6) in the NBA against teams .500 and above
It’s obviously early, but accomplishing that w/o LeBron is objectively impressive
Redick is becoming proficient at identifying + exploiting drop coverage with Spain action
The 2nd year coach is becoming a bit quicker and more consistent in countering this defensive approach
Spammed Spain to good results in 1st half vs CLT
The 2nd year coach is becoming a bit quicker and more consistent in countering this defensive approach
Spammed Spain to good results in 1st half vs CLT
November 11, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Redick is becoming proficient at identifying + exploiting drop coverage with Spain action
The 2nd year coach is becoming a bit quicker and more consistent in countering this defensive approach
Spammed Spain to good results in 1st half vs CLT
The 2nd year coach is becoming a bit quicker and more consistent in countering this defensive approach
Spammed Spain to good results in 1st half vs CLT
Austin Reaves’ ability to manipulate opposing defenses with the ball in his hands has reached elite levels
▪️Stares down Ayton + pass fake to get Kalkbrenner off balance
▪️Then sells the shot until the last nanosecond
▪️Takes 2 defenders with him before hitting Ayton w/lob
This is a legit star folks
▪️Stares down Ayton + pass fake to get Kalkbrenner off balance
▪️Then sells the shot until the last nanosecond
▪️Takes 2 defenders with him before hitting Ayton w/lob
This is a legit star folks
November 11, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Austin Reaves’ ability to manipulate opposing defenses with the ball in his hands has reached elite levels
▪️Stares down Ayton + pass fake to get Kalkbrenner off balance
▪️Then sells the shot until the last nanosecond
▪️Takes 2 defenders with him before hitting Ayton w/lob
This is a legit star folks
▪️Stares down Ayton + pass fake to get Kalkbrenner off balance
▪️Then sells the shot until the last nanosecond
▪️Takes 2 defenders with him before hitting Ayton w/lob
This is a legit star folks
Reposted
Some wild early season numbers:
- The Lakers have the 2nd highest midrange freq% in the league
- They have easily been the best shooting midrange team in all facets
- The group of Dončić, Reaves, Hachimura and Ayton have shot a combined 67.2% on their floaters
Wrote about why it may continue ⬇️
- The Lakers have the 2nd highest midrange freq% in the league
- They have easily been the best shooting midrange team in all facets
- The group of Dončić, Reaves, Hachimura and Ayton have shot a combined 67.2% on their floaters
Wrote about why it may continue ⬇️
Despite Luka Dončić only playing in four games and LeBron yet to suit up, the Lakers have the 2nd best halfcourt offense and are surging.
For @lakerssbn.bsky.social, I wrote
about how their historic start in the midrange has largely been the reason why.
www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-analy...
For @lakerssbn.bsky.social, I wrote
about how their historic start in the midrange has largely been the reason why.
www.silverscreenandroll.com/lakers-analy...
How the midrange is backing the Lakers’ surging offense
To live and die in L.A. and from 4-14 feet.
www.silverscreenandroll.com
November 5, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Some wild early season numbers:
- The Lakers have the 2nd highest midrange freq% in the league
- They have easily been the best shooting midrange team in all facets
- The group of Dončić, Reaves, Hachimura and Ayton have shot a combined 67.2% on their floaters
Wrote about why it may continue ⬇️
- The Lakers have the 2nd highest midrange freq% in the league
- They have easily been the best shooting midrange team in all facets
- The group of Dončić, Reaves, Hachimura and Ayton have shot a combined 67.2% on their floaters
Wrote about why it may continue ⬇️
Redick spammed Spain action to good effect against Portland’s drop coverage
This is what the intersection of structured offense + coverage fit looks like
Some of this is undoubtedly just great shotmaking from Smith, but he’s walking into open shots that directly exploit the defense
This is what the intersection of structured offense + coverage fit looks like
Some of this is undoubtedly just great shotmaking from Smith, but he’s walking into open shots that directly exploit the defense
November 4, 2025 at 1:35 PM
Redick spammed Spain action to good effect against Portland’s drop coverage
This is what the intersection of structured offense + coverage fit looks like
Some of this is undoubtedly just great shotmaking from Smith, but he’s walking into open shots that directly exploit the defense
This is what the intersection of structured offense + coverage fit looks like
Some of this is undoubtedly just great shotmaking from Smith, but he’s walking into open shots that directly exploit the defense
Perhaps the most surprising element of LaRavia's game early on has been the secondary playmaking chops
Jake has been surprisingly adept creating advantages without soaking up tons of usage
This kickout off the rebound coupled with the drive + dumpoff to Ayton was an eye-opener
Jake has been surprisingly adept creating advantages without soaking up tons of usage
This kickout off the rebound coupled with the drive + dumpoff to Ayton was an eye-opener
November 4, 2025 at 12:44 PM
Perhaps the most surprising element of LaRavia's game early on has been the secondary playmaking chops
Jake has been surprisingly adept creating advantages without soaking up tons of usage
This kickout off the rebound coupled with the drive + dumpoff to Ayton was an eye-opener
Jake has been surprisingly adept creating advantages without soaking up tons of usage
This kickout off the rebound coupled with the drive + dumpoff to Ayton was an eye-opener
Let’s talk about execution a bit
LAL running Spain vs soft drop coverage (this is good schematically)
▪️Davis goes before Ayton can set the screen
▪️Knecht lets a considerably smaller player (Spencer) completely dislodge him + prevent the intended backscreen for a rolling Ayton
LAL running Spain vs soft drop coverage (this is good schematically)
▪️Davis goes before Ayton can set the screen
▪️Knecht lets a considerably smaller player (Spencer) completely dislodge him + prevent the intended backscreen for a rolling Ayton
October 6, 2025 at 12:54 PM
Let’s talk about execution a bit
LAL running Spain vs soft drop coverage (this is good schematically)
▪️Davis goes before Ayton can set the screen
▪️Knecht lets a considerably smaller player (Spencer) completely dislodge him + prevent the intended backscreen for a rolling Ayton
LAL running Spain vs soft drop coverage (this is good schematically)
▪️Davis goes before Ayton can set the screen
▪️Knecht lets a considerably smaller player (Spencer) completely dislodge him + prevent the intended backscreen for a rolling Ayton
Double Drag Touch Reject
-Reaves/Hayes showing 2x Drag
-LaRavia pass to Hayes and he’s selling Touch action
-Rather than Touch (Pass to Hayes who immediately hands-off to Jake), LaRavia rejects then splits 2 PHX defenders + dives
Good counter vs switch/aggressive top-locking defenses
-Reaves/Hayes showing 2x Drag
-LaRavia pass to Hayes and he’s selling Touch action
-Rather than Touch (Pass to Hayes who immediately hands-off to Jake), LaRavia rejects then splits 2 PHX defenders + dives
Good counter vs switch/aggressive top-locking defenses
October 4, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Double Drag Touch Reject
-Reaves/Hayes showing 2x Drag
-LaRavia pass to Hayes and he’s selling Touch action
-Rather than Touch (Pass to Hayes who immediately hands-off to Jake), LaRavia rejects then splits 2 PHX defenders + dives
Good counter vs switch/aggressive top-locking defenses
-Reaves/Hayes showing 2x Drag
-LaRavia pass to Hayes and he’s selling Touch action
-Rather than Touch (Pass to Hayes who immediately hands-off to Jake), LaRavia rejects then splits 2 PHX defenders + dives
Good counter vs switch/aggressive top-locking defenses
On re-watch, I wasn’t quite as down on the Lakers’ offensive performance
The inability to finish at the rim was the story
7/17 on Restricted Area FGAs (41.2%)
Rui/Ayton//Hayes combined to go 1/7 at the rim
The inability to finish at the rim was the story
7/17 on Restricted Area FGAs (41.2%)
Rui/Ayton//Hayes combined to go 1/7 at the rim
October 4, 2025 at 1:52 PM
On re-watch, I wasn’t quite as down on the Lakers’ offensive performance
The inability to finish at the rim was the story
7/17 on Restricted Area FGAs (41.2%)
Rui/Ayton//Hayes combined to go 1/7 at the rim
The inability to finish at the rim was the story
7/17 on Restricted Area FGAs (41.2%)
Rui/Ayton//Hayes combined to go 1/7 at the rim
From a schematic perspective, it was encouraging to see lots of Spain action against drop coverage last night
Consistently Exploiting opposing bigs that play center field would be a big step in the right direction for Redick + staff
Consistently Exploiting opposing bigs that play center field would be a big step in the right direction for Redick + staff
October 4, 2025 at 1:30 PM
From a schematic perspective, it was encouraging to see lots of Spain action against drop coverage last night
Consistently Exploiting opposing bigs that play center field would be a big step in the right direction for Redick + staff
Consistently Exploiting opposing bigs that play center field would be a big step in the right direction for Redick + staff
Think some folks talked themselves into improved mechanics for Vanderbilt
Still a notable hitch
After the ball gets above the head, the ball then rotates from just above the left eye to the right side of his head (elbow visibly pointed outward at the exact moment)
Functionally 2 distinct motions
Still a notable hitch
After the ball gets above the head, the ball then rotates from just above the left eye to the right side of his head (elbow visibly pointed outward at the exact moment)
Functionally 2 distinct motions
October 4, 2025 at 12:52 PM
Think some folks talked themselves into improved mechanics for Vanderbilt
Still a notable hitch
After the ball gets above the head, the ball then rotates from just above the left eye to the right side of his head (elbow visibly pointed outward at the exact moment)
Functionally 2 distinct motions
Still a notable hitch
After the ball gets above the head, the ball then rotates from just above the left eye to the right side of his head (elbow visibly pointed outward at the exact moment)
Functionally 2 distinct motions
I remember the @lfrpod.bsky.social episode in which @lakerfilmroom.bsky.social biggest macro level concern was the Lakers’ ability/inability to beat switching defenses in a playoff scenario
Think adding Ayton (along with Luka obviously) goes a long way toward addressing that concern
Think adding Ayton (along with Luka obviously) goes a long way toward addressing that concern
July 3, 2025 at 12:37 AM
I remember the @lfrpod.bsky.social episode in which @lakerfilmroom.bsky.social biggest macro level concern was the Lakers’ ability/inability to beat switching defenses in a playoff scenario
Think adding Ayton (along with Luka obviously) goes a long way toward addressing that concern
Think adding Ayton (along with Luka obviously) goes a long way toward addressing that concern
After diving into film + physical profile/measurements for Adou Thiero, the absolute best case scenario if everything hits right?
Might be a Paul Milsap offensive archetype
Burly face-up PF w/back-to-basket game and midrange prowess that adds respectable 3pt shot down the line
Might be a Paul Milsap offensive archetype
Burly face-up PF w/back-to-basket game and midrange prowess that adds respectable 3pt shot down the line
June 27, 2025 at 10:57 PM
After diving into film + physical profile/measurements for Adou Thiero, the absolute best case scenario if everything hits right?
Might be a Paul Milsap offensive archetype
Burly face-up PF w/back-to-basket game and midrange prowess that adds respectable 3pt shot down the line
Might be a Paul Milsap offensive archetype
Burly face-up PF w/back-to-basket game and midrange prowess that adds respectable 3pt shot down the line
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Deep-dive film review on Lakers’ draftee Adou Thiero’s offensive repertoire and how it translates to the NBA early in his career
Face-up PF is most viable archetype for Adou right now
-Thrives as downhill threat off Ghost screens and as roller
-Eats up space vs drop
-Seeks contact + draws fouls
Deep-dive film review on Lakers’ draftee Adou Thiero’s offensive repertoire and how it translates to the NBA early in his career
Face-up PF is most viable archetype for Adou right now
-Thrives as downhill threat off Ghost screens and as roller
-Eats up space vs drop
-Seeks contact + draws fouls
June 27, 2025 at 9:32 PM
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Deep-dive film review on Lakers’ draftee Adou Thiero’s offensive repertoire and how it translates to the NBA early in his career
Face-up PF is most viable archetype for Adou right now
-Thrives as downhill threat off Ghost screens and as roller
-Eats up space vs drop
-Seeks contact + draws fouls
Deep-dive film review on Lakers’ draftee Adou Thiero’s offensive repertoire and how it translates to the NBA early in his career
Face-up PF is most viable archetype for Adou right now
-Thrives as downhill threat off Ghost screens and as roller
-Eats up space vs drop
-Seeks contact + draws fouls
Rui’s defensive impact in G2 was critical
Given the setting + implications, Hachimura may have played his best defensive game as a Laker
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On an island vs Edwards, stays in-phase and doesn’t get lost on the deceleration/pull-back crossover + perfect contest to force a miss
Given the setting + implications, Hachimura may have played his best defensive game as a Laker
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On an island vs Edwards, stays in-phase and doesn’t get lost on the deceleration/pull-back crossover + perfect contest to force a miss
April 23, 2025 at 1:01 PM
Rui’s defensive impact in G2 was critical
Given the setting + implications, Hachimura may have played his best defensive game as a Laker
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On an island vs Edwards, stays in-phase and doesn’t get lost on the deceleration/pull-back crossover + perfect contest to force a miss
Given the setting + implications, Hachimura may have played his best defensive game as a Laker
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On an island vs Edwards, stays in-phase and doesn’t get lost on the deceleration/pull-back crossover + perfect contest to force a miss