Why the Jordan Hill-Pau Gasol Frontcourt Works for the Los Angeles Lakers

Los Angeles Lakers Coach Mike D'Antoni was forced to insert Jordan Hill into the team's starting lineup after an embarrassing loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves on November 10 in which the purple and gold surrendered 47 points in the first quarter.

Two nights later Hill started against the New Orleans Pelicans and, in 26 minutes, scored 21 points on 7-12 shooting (7-8 free throws), had 11 rebounds, two assists, two steals and a blocked shot. The Lakers won that game by 21 points.  Pau Gasol added 14 points, eig...

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