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In a sport that thrives on teamwork and effort, one player’s engagement—or disengagement—can ripple through an entire franchise. For the Lakers, this is a critical juncture; change must begin not just on the court but in the narrative we choose to accept regarding responsibility and performance. Until then, it’s simply Groundhog Day—a timeless loop of blame and underwhelming defense, anchored by the struggles of a once-legendary player still framed as the "King."