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The Lakers Introduce Darvin Ham as Head Coach: Talks Plans for LeBron, Russell Westbrook, Anthony Davis and more!
The Lakers officially introduced Darvin Ham as the new head coach, and the press conference, which was by all accounts a rousing success, featured thoughts from the new guy about topics ranging from Russell Westbrook (in attendance), Anthony Davis, LeBron James, and much more. To begin, what qualified him for the job. As Rob Pelinka noted, this is a man who's paid his dues beginning in the G-League as both a coach and General Manager, but as Ham noted in glowing detail, his time on Mike Budenholzer's staffs in Atlanta and Milwaukee (where he was part of the 2021 championship) made lasting impressions on him. (As did his first NBA coaching job with the Lakers on Mike Brown's staff.)
Ham also talked a lot about the role of Russell Westbrook, who for the time being is expected to be a part of the team next season. Ham expects the point guard to make sacrifices, just like everyone else. But he also reiterated his belief in a former MVP he thinks has been way too prematurely written off. For that matter, he also has big hopes for Anthony Davis, who he described as "the key" to the Lakers reaching their best form. As for LeBron James, Ham wants to manage his minutes as much as possible, but remains in awe of what the almost-38 year-old can do at this stage of his career.
And finally, Ham's confidence and authority while selling himself as a first-year head coach was unmistakable, and absolutely convincing. He didn't seem even slightly intimidated by this prospect. But as Ham noted, once you've been accidentally shot in the face, as was the case for him in 1988, most situations lose their ability to create pressure. Basketball is just a challenge.
Hosts: Andy and Brian Kamenetzky
Segment one: Ham's aura, which impressed everyone in the audience.
Segment two: Ham discussing Westbrook.
Segment three: Ham discussing Davis.
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