‘LeBron has the worst whistle of any star’: Lakers rip officiating after playoff loss to Thunder
Summary
The Lakers lost 125-107 to the Oklahoma City Thunder in a playoff game, and several Lakers players, including coach JJ Redick and guard Austin Reaves, criticized the referees for unfair calls. The Thunder lead the series 2-0, with the Lakers struggling despite strong scoring from Reaves and LeBron James.Key Facts
- The Lakers lost Game 2 of the playoffs against the Thunder with a score of 125-107.
- Players like Austin Reaves and coach JJ Redick expressed frustration about how the game was officiated.
- Reaves felt disrespected by referee John Goble after an on-court incident and believed the officials were unfair.
- LeBron James has only attempted five free throws in two playoff games, which Redick says is very low for a star player.
- The Thunder players stayed calm during the game, which may have influenced how referees treated them.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren both scored 22 points for the Thunder.
- The Lakers are trailing 0-2 in the playoff series and will host Game 3 on Sunday.
- The Lakers’ star Luka Dončić is out with a strained hamstring and did not play in this game.
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