Lakers coach Darvin Ham understands the essential requirements for mentoring talent. When addressing the possibility of taking on the responsibility of coaching LeBron James following the player’s praise for Clippers coach Ty Lue, Ham highlighted his previous experience coaching stars like Kobe Bryant and Giannis Antetokounmpo, emphasizing how that background will be beneficial when dealing with James.
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According to Sam Amick, from The Athletic, Ham expressed his understanding of the situation, considering his trajectory since the beginning, including experiences with Kobe and Giannis. With two championships under his belt (one as a player for the Pistons in 2004 and another as an assistant for the Bucks in 2021), Ham shared the irresistible passion for achievement, highlighting the importance of following the necessary processes to achieve success again.
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The Lakers’ crucial 106-103 victory over the Clippers on Sunday was timely for Ham, especially after a run of 10 losses in 14 games raised questions about his place on the team. The triumph came at a crucial moment, as the Clippers were on a positive streak of 14 wins in the last 16 games.
Despite this, the Lakers’ situation is not ideal, with an 18-19 record and occupying tenth place in the Western Conference. With the prospect of LeBron James approaching retirement and the search for an immediate title, the team faces the challenge of getting back on its feet quickly, seeking to reestablish itself after participating in the conference finals in the previous season.
