The Lakers going with Kevon Looney as their primary backup big man this season. He's being compared to "BBQ chicken."
The Los Angeles Lakers are facing scrutiny over a lack of frontcourt depth behind starting center Walker Kessler. Writer Sean Deveney highlights that backup center Kevon Looney has struggled with size and mobility, playing just five minutes in each of the team's last two games after logging 15 minutes in the season opener.
Analysts and commentators argue that the Lakers urgently need additional size against physical opponents. Despite rebounding difficulties, head coach JJ Redick has reportedly kept veteran forward Jarred Vanderbilt out of the rotation, prompting calls for the team to seek reinforcements or adjust the lineup.
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