NBA Free Agency 2010: The Word in Laker Land Is Defense!

Can there be any doubt after the Los Angeles Lakers completed their free agent signings, at least for the moment, that defense wins championships?

The Lakers just added backup center Theo Ratliff and small forward Matt Barnes to their roster, both noted for their strong defense. 

Previously, the team acquired free agent point guard Steve Blake, noted as much for his defense as his offensive abilities. 

The Lakers two second-round draft picks, Devin Ebanks and Derrick Caracter, were also defensive standouts in college.

It certainly looks as though the Lakers are counting on a strong defense to win their third consecutive NBA title and...

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