The Los Angeles Lakers finished NBA Summer League with a record of just 1-4 on Friday night, dropping a close one to the Utah Jazz, 84-78.
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D’Angelo Russell had a breakout game, leading the Lakers with 21 points while Tarik Black had 16 points and 10 rebounds. After the game, Byron Scott evaluated the performances of this Summer League squad after watching each game from the sidelines. Russell talks about not being satisfied with his showing through five games and Julius Randle voices his frustrations with not only losing in Summer League but his individual limitations.
Larry Nance Jr. says he’s learned that he needs to be much more active and Jordan Clarkson talks about gaining even more confidence and becoming even more comfortable on the court. It’s all in our videos below.
Byron Scott Evaluates D’Angelo Russell And Julius Randle’s Summer League Performances
D’Angelo Russell Not Satisfied With His Summer League Showing
Jordan Clarkson More Comfortable And Confident After Summer League
Julius Randle Frustrated After Another Loss
Larry Nance, Jr. Says He Needs To Be More Active, Felt ‘Invisible’ On The Court At Times