The point guard is often referred to as the coach’s extension on the court. A head coach and point guard must be in sync so that the offense can flow smoothly. Beginning his first season as the head coach of Los Angeles Lakers, Luke Walton has found himself a partner.
Entering as the NBA’s youngest head coach, the 36-year-old will incorporate some philosophies from Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr; an up-tempo style offense with spacing and selflessness.
That philosophy must now translate over to D’Angelo Russell, the presumed star to take over after Kobe Bryant’s retirement.