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Lakers Nation > Blog > Lakers News > Jeremy Lin Says Lakers Must ‘Find A Balance’ When Kobe Returns
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Jeremy Lin Says Lakers Must ‘Find A Balance’ When Kobe Returns

Corey Hansford
Published: 12/23/2014
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The Los Angeles Lakers had arguably their best performance of the season as they defeated the Golden State Warriors 115-105 without star Kobe Bryant who was held out of the game to get some rest.

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The Lakers showcased plenty of ball movement and seven players scored in double figures in the victory. Afterwards, Jeremy Lin said the Lakers must find a balance when Kobe returns according to Lakers Nation reporter Serena Winters:

J. Lin (1/2):"It's definitely different b/c when he's (Kobe) in the game he's our best player so you want to definitely try to cater to him"

— Serena Winters (@SerenaWinters) December 24, 2014

J. Lin (2/2): "And get him (Kobe) goin' & allow him to do what he does. We've got to find a balance to get the best of both worlds."

— Serena Winters (@SerenaWinters) December 24, 2014

While the Lakers are unlikely to repeat a performance like this on a consistent basis without their best player, the team proved that they could step up when necessary.

Throughout his career Kobe has always been more of an isolation player, but it can take the rest of the team out of the game at times. Obviously Kobe needs to get the ball, but spreading it around gives the rest of the team confidence.

It can be difficult sometimes to play with Kobe, but certain guys earn his trust over a period of time. Their performance against the Warriors should have showed Kobe what his teammates are capable of, and hopefully will lead to a continued effort to maintain the offensive flow the Lakers showed.

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ByCorey Hansford
Corey Hansford is the Senior Editor for Lakers Nation, as well as a contributor for Dodger Blue, Rams News Wire, and Raiders News Wire. He is a passionate follower of the Los Angeles Lakers, Dallas Cowboys, Los Angeles Dodgers, Chelsea FC, and the UFC. He can usually be seen arguing the merits of Kobe Bryant or cursing the decisions of Jerry Jones. He is also a former producer and associate producer for Sirius XM Sports Radio on both the Fantasy Sports Channel and College Sports Nation. Proud graduate of Long Beach Poly High School and The Real HU, Howard University, with a degree in Broadcast Journalism. Follow him on all social media outlets at @TheeCoreyH.
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