Lakers: LeBron James Warns LA About Stephen Curry Ahead of NBA Playoffs Series vs. Warriors

In the upcoming playoff series, the Lakers and Warriors will face each other for the first time since 1991. Being two of the most dominant teams in the 2000s, this fact is remarkable.

The Lakers have won six NBA championships in the 2000s, while the Warriors have won four, including last season against the Boston Celtics.

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Stephen Curry's Extraordinary Talent

LeBron James expressed the importance of being extremely focused and avoiding mistakes when playing against the Warriors, as they are one of the teams that can capitalize on any mistakes made. 

He also acknowledged the extraordinary talent of Steph Curry and his ability to make difficult shots, which makes stopping him a challenging task.

James and the Lakers were impressed by Steph Curry's 50-point performance in the Warriors' Game 7 victory over the Sacramento Kings, which highlighted his exceptional talent to lead a team to victory in critical moments. This was a reminder to the Lakers of Curry's ability to carry his team when needed.

When asked about Curry, James praised his work ethic and everything he has achieved on and off the court. He believes Curry is an excellent example for the next generation of players.

Lakers coach Darvin Ham acknowledged that it would be difficult to stop Curry, and the team's game plan will focus on making it as challenging as possible for him. 

The Lakers' defensive approach will be different from their first-round game plan as they face a different type of opponent in the Warriors.

Guard Austin Reaves acknowledged the Warriors' ability to score from beyond the arc and emphasized the need for the Lakers to adjust their mindset and game plan accordingly.

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