The drama surrounding the Lakers escalated Wednesday night when coach Frank Vogel reportedly received approval from the team’s management to bench Russell Westbrook in L.A’.s 111–104 loss to the Pacers. So what needs to happen for the team to salvage its season?
The Crossover staff answers questions about Westbrook’s future, the coaching staff and the NBA trade deadline.
Will a coaching change fix the Lakers?
Chris Mannix: u200bu200bIn Frank Vogel’s first season, the Lakers won a title. In his second, they were, perhaps, an Anthony Davis first-round injury away from beating Phoenix and at least advancing to the Finals.