Lakers' problem...
Kobe only took 3 FTs tonight. Kobe has taken just 12 FTs in the first three games. I am not sure why no one has emphasized this, but there is no way the Lakers can win if Kobe's only taking 4 FTs a game.
I remember that when Jordan was struggling or the team really needed to go on a run Jordan would take the ball to the rack. Four or five possessions in a row. He'd either score, get fouled, or score and get fouled. The Pistons weren't even looking for Kobe to drive. They were just trying to defend his shot. Granted they have Ben Wallace and Sheedy deedy down there, but that's no excuse. Jordan would have stuffed the ball down these Pistons throats like he did to their forefathers. Kobe needs to stop being a bitch and start drawing contact. He is starting to look like vince Carter, jacking up 3s all game and throwing in one highlight-reel dunk.
If Kobe doesn't double his average of FT attempts, the Lakers will lose.
Signed Dr. Jack Ramsey
"My name is dashiki. That's swahili for doggystyle."