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Lakers Rumors: Magic Johnson Was ‘Angry’ In Meeting, But Luke Walton ‘Not In Danger’ Of Being Fired

It only took eight games into the 2018-19 NBA season before Los Angeles Lakers president of basketball operations Magic Johnson met with head coach Luke Walton to discuss the direction of the team.

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Since Johnson reportedly ‘admonished’ Walton for the team’s 3-5 start, the latter addressed the report and does not believe he is in danger of losing his job.

Since the Western Conference is unforgiving, there appears to be a sense of urgency to win now instead of being patient as the Lakers work to build chemistry.