NBA Analyst Blasts Lakers After Dismal Loss to Cavaliers

LeBron James' Struggles Continue as Lakers Skid to Another Defeat

Los Angeles Lakers legend and current NBA analyst Shaquille O'Neal has torn into the team following their embarrassing loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.

"This team is a mess," O'Neal said on the Lakers' post-game show. "They have no identity, no leadership, and no heart."

Lakers' Dismal Performance Raises Concerns

The Lakers have now lost four of their last five games and are currently 11th in the Western Conference standings.

LeBron James, who is in his second season with the Lakers, is averaging just 24.4 points per game this season, his lowest output since his rookie year.

O'Neal: Lakers Need to Make Changes

O'Neal believes that the Lakers need to make significant changes if they want to turn their season around.

"They need to trade some of these guys," O'Neal said. "They need to get some toughness in here. They need to find a way to get LeBron going again."

Lakers Front Office Under Fire

The Lakers' front office has also come under fire for their handling of the team.

Magic Johnson, who was the Lakers' president of basketball operations, resigned abruptly in April 2019.

Rob Pelinka, who replaced Johnson, has been criticized for his roster moves, including the trade that brought Anthony Davis to Los Angeles.

Davis' Injury Raises Questions About Lakers' Future

Davis, who is averaging 27.8 points and 9.5 rebounds per game this season, is currently sidelined with a calf injury.

The Lakers' chances of making the playoffs this season could depend on how long Davis is out.

Lakers Face Uncertain Future

The Lakers are at a crossroads. They have a talented roster, but they are not playing well together.

The Lakers need to make some changes if they want to salvage their season and contend for a championship.