Insider Reminds Us of Growing Tension Between Darvin Ham and Front Office in Lakers News.

Things in Los Angeles right now seem a little tense.

The Los Angeles Lakers (as of Dec. 27) had a 16–15 record after losing the Christmas Day game at home to their bitter rival Boston. With just one game separating them from Phoenix, this places the team at No. 9 in the Western Conference. The Lakers would have to go to the play-in tournament if the playoffs ended today.

Though taking home the first In-Season Tournament title appeared to be a positive move, things have rapidly deteriorated in the last few weeks.

The Lakers have lost their last eight games, going 2–6 since defeating Indiana. LeBron James has been performing admirably, and Anthony Davis has continued to be productive and healthy.

Still,