Lakers’ defensive improvements are real, but they’re also getting lucky

March 23, 2026

DETROIT — Multiple things can be true at the same time. The Lakers have made significant and sustainable improvements defensively over the last few weeks, helping them win 12 of their previous 13 games, including a nine-game winning streak, entering Monday’s road game against the Pistons. Their perimeter defense and on-ball containment on drives are…

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