2012 NBA Playoffs: How the Los Angeles Lakers Can Bounce Back from Game 1 Loss

Laker fans just had a very bad Monday night. Despite a strong start, the Lakers quickly fell prey to Oklahoma City's high powered offense, eventually getting beat down to the tune of a 119-90 score.

Many LA fans have already written off the series as a loss, hoping for better luck next year. Here are some reasons why we might see the purple and gold rebound in the next few games.

Adjustments on the Road

OKC's home crowd is boisterous and belligerent; it is a nightmare for opposing teams. Combine that with the fact that the Lakers have been abysmal on the road this year and there seems to be very little hope.

There is one thing to keep in mind; however. The Lake...

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