29 days ago

Kendrick Perkins Says Lakers Are “Knocking at the Door,” But Need a Real Center

Perkins said Lakers can score with anyone because “Luka Doncic is one of the greatest offensive players this game has ever seen,” and he credited improved defense. But he argued their title ceiling hinges on upgrading at center, calling Deandre Ayton “fool’s gold” and “not playing with force.” Perkins said L.A. needs a Daniel Gafford-type big at the deadline.