Lakers Criticize Officiating After Playoff Loss to Thunder
‘LeBron has the worst whistle of any star’: Lakers rip officiating after playoff loss to Thunder
The Guardian
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The Los Angeles Lakers faced a 125-107 defeat against the Oklahoma City Thunder, prompting criticism from coach JJ Redick and guard Austin Reaves about officiating. LeBron James was notably under-officiated, attempting only five free throws in the series as the Lakers now trail 2-0 heading into Game 3.
- 01Lakers lost 125-107 to the Thunder, trailing 2-0 in the playoff series.
- 02Austin Reaves expressed frustration over officiating, particularly regarding crew chief John Goble.
- 03LeBron James attempted only five free throws in two playoff games.
- 04Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren each scored 22 points.
- 05The Lakers will host Game 3 on Sunday.
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The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a 125-107 defeat to the Oklahoma City Thunder, putting them in a 2-0 playoff series deficit. Lakers coach JJ Redick criticized the officiating, particularly the treatment of star player LeBron James, who has attempted only five free throws in the series. Guard Austin Reaves voiced his frustrations to crew chief John Goble after the game, feeling disrespected by Goble's conduct during a jump ball. The Thunder capitalized on their opportunities, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Chet Holmgren each scoring 22 points. The Lakers, still without scoring champion Luka Dončić, will look to rebound in Game 3 at home on Sunday.
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The Lakers' playoff performance affects their chances of advancing in the postseason, impacting fans and the team's morale.
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