The Lakers' perimeter defense is a major weakness this season. · Take Makers

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A take from The Bill Simmons Podcast · Sep 29, 2026

GoldsberrySpeaker 95%00:37:21·NBAOpenNeeds a proxy
The Lakers' perimeter defense is a major weakness this season.
Lakers
“I think they're in a lot of trouble anyway at the point of attack”
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Defensive ratings would have to stand in for 'trouble'.
Who said it (95%): Recognized by voice on this line (Kirk Goldsberry)

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