With the stated preseason goal of winning a championship, the 2021-22 Lakers finished with just 33 wins, to 49 losses, ultimately failing to qualify for a play-in berth, let alone the playoffs. Undoubtedly, it was a very disappointing campaign for all involved.
Lakers VP of Basketball Operations Rob Pelinka summarized things prior to Monday’s exit interviews at the UCLA Health Training Center.
This was a disappointing Lakers season at every level. In the face of disappointment, our fans expect more. That’s at every facet. It starts with the front office, led by me, and our ability to construct the right roster.