Another disappointing loss for LA LAKERS, defeated by Dallas Mavericks to a season opener at Staples Center. Even without Dirk Nowitzki and Chris Kaman Dallas pulled out a win with a final score of 89-81. Dwight Howard was fouled out of the game, Bryant scored just 22 points playing with an injured right foot. Nash managed just 7 points and 4 assists. Both Vince Carter and Shawn Marion made crucial baskets at the 2nd half which leads Dallas to pull away for a 16 point lead.
Laker fans expects the team to be a championship calliber team because of the star studded line up, a lot of expectations as Kobe and Steve says. But many are frustrated with the 1st game loss. Others said the problem is not within the players but the system and the poor coaching of Mike Brown. For me it's too early to judge, it's just a 1st game out of 82, let's wait and see.
