Can Intense Kobe Bryant and Carefree Dwight Howard Co-Exist on the Lakers?

The Los Angeles Lakers did not exactly go into the All-Star break on a high note. In fact, they were flat-out throttled by the Los Angeles Clippers as Blake Griffin and Chris Paul led the way to a 125-101 victory.

Clearly, the Clippers are a team that is at the top of Western Conference while the Lakers will be very fortunate to make the playoffs. If the Lakers are going to achieve a spot in the postseason, they will need to make up a reasonable amount of ground after the break.

After the crushing loss, Bleacher Report - Los Angeles Lakers
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