NBA Playoffs 2012: LA Lakers’ Takeaways from Game 1 Loss to OKC Thunder

The Los Angeles Lakers battled the Oklahoma City Thunder Monday in Game 1, attempting to fight through the fatigue of a first-round, seven-game bout against the Denver Nuggets. However, the Thunder seemed well-rested and all too prepared as they dominated Los Angeles, winning 119-90.

Here are some takeaways from the Game 1 loss. 

Energy 

Fans and players today overlook the importance of an idea as simple as energy. 

The Lakers came out seemingly on top of their game, but as the night went on their passion and determinatio...

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