Often times the younger generation of millennials feel disconnected from those who proceeded them. Growing up in such a different generation, there aren’t many comparisons or intertwining subjects younger players can connect on with their coaching staff.
That can be viewed as the biggest problem the Los Angeles Lakers faced last season, as former head coach Byron Scott implemented his old-school principles with the young core.
Upon many clashes and conflicts, the franchise elected with a different path, hiring Luke Walton as the head coach. Walton, who begins his rookie campaign at 36 years old, brings in a different mentality for the roster.