Published 17:17 IST, January 10th 2020

Lakers are a SOFT team, other NBA teams don't fear LeBron James-led side anymore: Report

LA Lakers have the best win-loss record (30-7) in the Western Conference this season. However, other teams aren't apparently afraid of them. Find out more.

Reported by: Sujay Chakraborty
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Los Angeles Lakers are currently best side in Western Conference with a 30-7 win-loss record. y possess stars like LeBron James, Anthony Davis in ir ranks.

However, according to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith, or teams in NBA aren't afraid of  Lakers. Smith revealed that he h conversations with several NBA players, who think same about Lakers.

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According to Smith, teams in NBA have identified Lakers as a soft target. Smith ded that one questions talent in Lakers squ. While y can be a terrifying team on ir day, Smith says or teams think 'y can get at m'. Smith furr ded that teams aim to get physical against m. 

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“You kw what y bring to table talent-wise, but body fears m because you have people literally saying, ‘y’re soft.’ That, ‘We can get at m.’- Stephen A. King

Although y possess an excellent win-loss record this season, y have lost to fellow championship contenders thrice alrey - twice to city-rivals LA Clippers and once at Milwaukee Bucks.

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Last month in December, y went on a four-game losing streak. Despite struggling for consistency, Clippers are 2-0 up on Lakers this season. y have mand to successfully deploy physical approach against likes of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. 

Smith also claimed that Clippers star Kawhi Leonard believes that LeBron James has been afraid to guard him in both of ir match-ups.

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Since ending ir losing streak, Lakers are on a six-game winning run. LA Lakers will face Dallas Mavericks next on Friday night (Saturday 8:15 AM IST).

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17:17 IST, January 10th 2020