The Los Angeles Lakers had a tough season in 2023–24. They lost 3–1 to the Denver Nuggets, leading to doubts about Darvin Ham’s job. ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski suggests Ham might be fired if they lose Game 5.
Lakers owner Jeanie Buss is worth $700 million. Wojnarowski says the Lakers can’t afford a new coach, making things harder for Ham.
According to Wojnarowski, being swept or losing in five games could mean trouble for a Lakers coach. He mentions Budenholzer as a potential replacement, but the Lakers might not want to pay for a top coach.
Darwin Ham Believes They Can Overcome Defeat in Game 5
If the Lakers decide to let go of Ham, they’ll need to find a new coach. Ham became the head coach on June 3, 2022, leading the team to a 43-39 record in the regular season.
Despite facing elimination, the Lakers won Game 4 against the Nuggets. LeBron James scored 30 points to help them stay alive in the playoffs.
Darvin Ham talked about surviving a tough series and taking it one game at a time after the win, according to Lakers Nation’s Daniel Starkland.
Tomorrow, the Lakers face the defending champions in a crucial Game 5. They also made history by winning the NBA In-Season Tournament in their first season.
