As quickly as the ball tipped up in the air to start the game, Lakers forward Julius Randle stormed up and down the court. He dominated with his brute size. He showed off his versatile playmaking. He demonstrated his athleticism.
But Randle offered as stern a look afterwards as when he matches up against his opponents.
“I’m not happy tonight,” Randle said.
The 18,997 at Staples Center chanted his name, hoping Randle would come back into the game early in the fourth quarter to show off more dominance. Lakers coach Byron Scott eventually obliged. The fans greeted Randle loudly once he returned.