Brian Windhorst admits LA Lakers ‘weak point’ has proved him wrong

Brian Windhorst admits LA Lakers ‘weak point’ has proved him wrong https://t.co/R3NO00vvZ6— LakerTom (@LakerTom) March 8, 2025

At the trade deadline the Lakers made a move to land Mark Williams from the Charlotte Hornets. This was later rescinded after a failed medical, with Dalton Knecht, Cam Reddish and a 2031 first round pick returned to the lakers.

Earlier this week, James Worthy said he was pleased the deal was rescinded as it extended Dalton Knecht’s rookie season with the team.

This statement also made sense because of the highly effective center play from Jaxson Hayes, who has defied his doubters, and made the failed trade for Mark Williams a non-issue.

NBA insider Brian Windhorst had positive comments for the Lakers and made an admission over his previous views on Jaxson Hayes.

He explained: “Jaxson Hayes who I thought was going to be the weak spot in this team, he had 19 points in the first half last night, because he’s thriving playing alongside LeBron and Luka. We are setting up for a potential very special spring and the Lakers are right in the middle of it.”

Hayes ended up with 10 rebounds, and is coming on strong for the team, impressing fans along the way.

Ahead of this weekend’s game between the Lakers and Celtics, Windhorst suggested this could end up being the 2025 NBA Finals.

“Lakers at Celtics, I have no idea if this is the last time they are playing this year, or the first of many.”