A Tired Laker Team Lost in Last Quarter

I’ve read various versions of why the Lakers lost to the Houston Rockets this year in the playoffs, but the one reason I think they lost has not been mentioned. The Lakers’ prowess on offense made them look much better than they really are--they are an offensive team at all positions. When it comes to defense, only Michael Cooper is what the whole team should be--tenacious.

CHARLES R. GRAY

Pasadena