Zach LaVine Delivers Painful, But Needed, Advice to Kings Teammates
Have to ask: Is Sarah McLachlan‘s “Angel” the Sacramento Kings’ evergreen anthem?
Sacramento Kings fans are well aware of the team's recent struggles, a predicament so dire that they've coined the nickname "Kangz" for the Kings when they fail to perform at their best. This moniker has been around for quite some time, a testament to the team's consistent underperformance. The Kings' preseason and the unfortunate injury of Ben Simmons only exacerbated the situation, leaving fans disheartened.
It has been a challenging period for the team, but the recent 121-96 loss to the Los Angeles Clippers only intensified the pressure. The team needs a miracle or for more players to improve their three-point shooting skills to turn things around. Zach LaVine, the team's guard, put the blame squarely on his teammates, stating that not everyone is an off-the-dribble shooter.
He emphasized that the team needs more players capable of generating their own three-point shots, as their current three-point percentage (34%) and shooting volume (30.2) were subpar. LaVine also highlighted the importance of downhill penetration and defenders making the right plays to create shooting opportunities. With only a few players on the roster capable of taking these shots, the Kings will need more shooters if they hope to improve their performance. The Kings will face the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday.
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