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Lakers' Fastbreak Surge: 18.1 Points Per Game!

2/2/2026

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Los Angeles Lakers have transformed fastbreak performance, raising scoring to 18.1 points per game in the last month, up from 12.8 earlier in the season.
Under coach JJ Redick, the Lakers have sharpened fastbreak execution.
LeBron James and Luka Doncic have been pivotal, with James averaging six fastbreak points per game.
The defense has shifted to more zone looks, reducing fastbreak points allowed.

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Story summary

Los Angeles Lakers have transformed fastbreak performance, raising scoring to 18.1 points per game in the last month, up from 12.8 earlier in the season.
Under coach JJ Redick, the Lakers have sharpened fastbreak execution.
LeBron James and Luka Doncic have been pivotal, with James averaging six fastbreak points per game.
The defense has shifted to more zone looks, reducing fastbreak points allowed.