We tell you about the strategy of the Los Angeles Lakers in the last week of the regular season

Everything indicates that Los Angeles Lakers are going to give rest to their starters next morning against Oklahoma City Thunder. If they win against Mavs, Rockets, and Blazers in the remaining 3 matches by Sunday, they would be third in the West.

Just hours before the clash against OKC, JJ Redick's team could be missing key players such as LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reaves, all listed as "questionable." This situation is compounded by doubts surrounding Dorian Finney-Smith and Gabe Vincent, while Rui Hachimura's absence has already been confirmed.

The current scenario contrasts with the momentum generated by the recent victory precisely against the Thunder, a game in which the three big names of the Los Angeles team were protagonists. Doncic shone with 30 points, seven rebounds, six assists, and two steals, shooting over half of his shots. LeBron contributed 19 points with a complete performance, and Reaves added 20 points in a solid offensive contribution. Their combined 69 points represented more than half of the team's total, highlighting their importance within the system. However, the wear and tear of that effort could tip the balance towards a tactical decision: giving them strategic rest to avoid compromising their long-term performance.

With a tight schedule and crucial games on the horizon, taking care of key players becomes part of the plan. In this context, the match against Oklahoma City can be an opportunity for the rest of the squad to take on a greater role and keep the team competitive, even without their full firepower.

One of the reasons that reinforce this caution is the imminent duel against Dallas, which represents more than just a regular-season commitment. It will be the first time Luka Doncic faces his former team.

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