Kendrick Perkins questions Lakers' title hopes despite strong start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 3:35 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026

The Los Angeles Lakers hold the best record in the NBA at 11-2 but have not secured any notable victories, according to Kendrick Perkins. He argues that the team's wins lack significance, particularly against top opponents. The Lakers’ upcoming game against the San Antonio Spurs on November 27 presents a chance for a headline win. Perkins and Richard Jefferson highlighted that true contenders such as the Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder pose a challenge for the Lakers, particularly with concerns regarding their defensive performance, ranked 18th in the league. The Lakers next face the Phoenix Suns on November 15.
- •Lakers are 11-2, best record in the NBA this season.
- •Kendrick Perkins cites lack of signature wins as a concern.
- •The team faces the Spurs on November 27, 2026.
- •Lakers rank 18th in defensive rating; need improvement.
- •Next game is against the Phoenix Suns on November 15.
- 3:35 PMYahoo Sports — Kendrick Perkins Believes Lakers Aren’t Title Contenders Despite 11-2 Start
"The Lakers have 11 wins on the season, but Kendrick Perkins doesn't consider any of them to be signature victories.
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