The Los Angeles Lakers suffered one of their worst defeats in recent history tonight. While the margin of the loss may have been just eight points, letting a 26-point lead go to waste was utter embarrassment. Facing the youngest team and also the worst team in the NBA, the title favorites were expected to rout the OKC Thunder. But unfortunately, things didn’t go their way.

Following the loss, franchise legend James Worthy was far from pleased by this embarrassing loss. During his post-game analysis, he said, “You have to finish the job. Regardless of who you are playing. You cannot disrespect the worst team in the league. You put them away and let them know… This might be the worst loss I’ve seen. They cannot perform like that. You can’t be a Laker and play like they did tonight. “

He also added about how the Lakers’ lack of a proper mindset, along with their disrespect to their opposition, is what led to the loss. Despite it being early in the season, Worthy couldn’t excuse his former team for the performance.

READ MORE: ‘I’m Sick Man’: Twitter Reacts to Russell Westbrook’s Embarrassing Quadruple-Double in Lakers’ Loss vs Thunder

Complete no-show from the Lakers in the second half

Entering tonight’s game, the Lakers looked like they were back on track. They started the season with two losses and also lost LeBron James to an injury early into the season. But they followed it up with two wins on the trot and should have notched their third win of the season. Without Bron, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook were unable to lead their team to the win.

But complacency after the first quarter, followed by a no-show in the clutch, led to the eight-point loss. The Lakers were up by 26 points at one stage, but failed to continue that momentum in the second half. They shot 61% from the field and 50% from three in the first half. In the second half, they shot an abysmal 37% from the field and 19% from three.

Down by three in the last 30 seconds, the Lakers had three opportunities to tie the game. But they blew them all, including two air balls, and eventually succumbed to the loss. Fans will hope that the purple and gold can find their bearings soon, as they hope to win their second NBA title in three seasons.

Top Stories

Is Bronny James’ Girlfriend Pregnant? Fact Checking The Viral Parker Whitefield News

Is Anthony Davis Playing Tonight? Thunder vs Mavericks Full Injury Report (Dec 5)

Napheesa Collier Subtly Challenges Cathy Engelbert Over WNBA’s CBA, Revenue-Sharing Decisions

“Saved the Celtics Season”: Surprise 21YO Star Credited For Boston’s Resurgence After Locking UP Austin Reaves

Adam Silver Sends Strong Message to Caitlin Clark as WNBA CBA Uncertainty Reaches Critical Stage

WATCH THIS STORY: Sneakers From Adidas and Nike That Kobe Bryant Wore During His NBA Championships Runs