Looking at how Luke Walton builds Lakers’ foundation

NBA News – Luke Walton believes he already has established a culture with the Los Angeles Lakers in ways that don’t involve drills or opening up his playbook.

“We’ve started building relationships with our players. I think that’s a big key to coaching,” Walton said. “We’ve made it a fun and enjoyable place for them to come to work out, train and get better. I think that’s a big reason why, even though it’s optional, a lot of the guys are coming in.”

The Lakers hope their young players develop more effectively under Walton than Byron Scott.

Some team-bonding activities could be in the mix as well.

“It depends on how quickly guys pick things up and how hard they work,” Walton said. “We have some things we’re talking about that could be fun to do. But we’re not going to do them if things aren’t going in the right direction.”

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