2024 LA Lakers Playoffs Picture Following Loss vs Indiana Pacers (March 29): Updated standings, schedule and more

Despite impressive performances from three players – LeBron James, Anthony Davis, and Austin Reaves, the LA Lakers’ five-game winning streak came to an end on Friday night at the hands of the Indiana Pacers. The Pacers proved to be the superior team at the Gainbridge Fieldhouse, snapping the Lakers’ streak.

Despite a close first half, Indiana dominated in the second half and secured a 109-90 victory. Six players from the Pacers team scored in double-figures, with Pascal Siakam leading the way with 22 points, 11 rebounds, and six assists. Tyrese Haliburton also had a strong performance with 21 points, eight rebounds, and eight assists, while T.J. McConnell contributed 16 points off the bench.

In the meantime, James recorded a near triple-double with 18 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists, and Anthony Davis added 24 points and 15 rebounds. Despite Reaves’ 16 points and 13 rebounds, the Lakers were unable to extend their winning streak.

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LA Lakers’ Playoff Standings: Current Position and Potential Matchups

Despite their loss to the Indiana Pacers, the LA Lakers still hold a record of 41-33 and maintain their ninth place position in the Western Conference, leading the Golden State Warriors (39-34) and the Houston Rockets (37-35).

The Lakers find themselves trailing three teams competing for a top six spot – the Dallas Mavericks (44-29), Phoenix Suns (43-31), and Sacramento Kings (42-31). It is worth noting that the Lakers are currently three games behind the Mavericks, who hold the sixth place position.

Los Angeles Lakers’ Playoff Schedule

Based on Tankathon’s analysis, the LA Lakers are projected to have the fifth most favorable schedule remaining out of all 30 NBA teams. With only eight games left in the season, the Lakers will face four formidable opponents and an equal number of potentially less challenging adversaries.

The team is set to take on tough opponents such as the Minnesota Timberwolves, New Orleans Pelicans, Cleveland Cavaliers and Golden State Warriors, all of whom have winning records. On the other hand, they will also have the opportunity to play against the Washington Wizards, Toronto Raptors, Memphis Grizzlies and Brooklyn Nets, who have a more favorable chance of winning.

Can the LA Lakers Secure a Top 6 Finish in the Playoffs?

Despite facing potential challenges, the LA Lakers still have a chance to secure a top six spot and bypass the Play-In tournament. However, for this to happen, other teams such as the Dallas Mavericks, Phoenix Suns, and Sacramento Kings must experience losses while the Lakers must strive to win their remaining games.

Despite this, fans of the Lakers should prepare for the team to potentially secure a ninth place finish and potentially face the Warriors or Rockets in the Play-In tournament. If they are able to advance from that stage, they will then face the defeated team between the seventh and eighth seeded teams.

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