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Kendrick Perkins predicts Lakers as best offensive team this season

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Last updated Oct 21, 2026

Kendrick Perkins predicts Lakers as best offensive team this season
Summary

ESPN personality Kendrick Perkins has claimed the Los Angeles Lakers will be the best offensive team in the NBA this season. He cites the combination of Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves as key to their scoring potential, emphasizing Doncic’s ability in pick-and-roll situations. Last season, the Lakers were 11th in points and 10th in offensive rating. With LeBron James no longer on the roster, the Lakers will need an all-around effort to fill the scoring void left by his departure. The team aims to increase its pace and leverage transition opportunities for offensive improvement.

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  • •Kendrick Perkins predicts Lakers will have best offense in NBA.
  • •Lakers feature Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves as top scorers.
  • •Team looks to increase pace and transition opportunities.
  • •Last season, Lakers ranked 11th in points and 10th in offensive rating.
  • •LeBron James' departure creates a need for new scoring sources.
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  • 4:00 PMYahoo Sports — ESPN personality: Lakers will be 'best offensive team in the league'
What they're saying
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Many believe the Lakers will be an excellent offensive team, but one ESPN personality believes L.A. will be the NBA's best on offense this season.

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