"Lakers Coach Darvin Ham Sticking with Underperforming Lineup Despite Facing Sweep"

In the latest development out of El Segundo, head coach Darvin Ham has made it clear that he is sticking with his struggling point guard, D'Angelo Russell, for Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets despite the Lakers facing a daunting 0-3 deficit in their first-round series. With Russell's recent struggles, including a scoreless performance in Game 3, Ham emphasized the importance of trusting his players to bounce back and perform at a high level. The Lakers will look to draw inspiration from their strong start in Game 3 and aim to keep their season alive against a formidable Nuggets team.

Despite being on the brink of a potential sweep for the second consecutive year, Lakers forward Rui Hachimura remains optimistic about the team's future, citing the talent and potential within the roster. Hachimura highlighted the challenge posed by Denver's cohesion and experience compared to the Lakers' relatively recent roster composition, but he expressed confidence in the group's ability to compete at the highest level. As the Lakers face a crucial Game 4, the focus remains on shifting their mindset towards staying alive in the playoffs and potentially turning the tide against the relentless Nuggets in a must-win situation on Saturday.