Would the Lakers rather face the Suns or go through the Grizz and Jazz?

This really has me thinking whether or not the Lakers play to win vs the Warriors or intentionally tank this game, go through Memphis and get to Jazz. Lakers won 5 game series with Suns 3-2. Lakers lost Jazz series 1-2. I¡¯m sure health was an issue in some of these games for the Lakers especially. What¡¯s your thoughts?

@SuperSlapem

They would much rather go through the Suns/Nuggets than the Jazz/Clips. 

The Jazz road is much harder..Both teams want the Suns

@SuperSlapem

 I don't think the Lakers will tank this game. Nothing is ever a sure thing this late in the season/ playoffs. This is the NBA where anything can happen. All it takes is for the Lakers to have an off night and their season is over. They have already built momentum with their 5 game winning streak and 1 of those games was against the Sun's. They will continue to play hard and make a statement tonight !!!

@Mcmanus

@Regulator23

@Force

 Ok thanks fellas. Seems like we’re all on the same side here. 

players are too proud.. they play to win.. i read that somewhere on this forum

Will the Warriors tank to be rested for a Grizz game?

@StumpTownStu

 Uh no. 

LAL won't want to play a lot of games with LBJ nursing a high ankle sprain. I layed the 5.5 and hope they beat the snot out of the Warriors. Also everyone else is healthy for the Lakers, so they'll have a longer bench. 

@SuperSlapem

 Bro what about Jason Tatum is not 100% health yesterday? 

Wizards Killed by Tatum & Walker

In with Lakeshow

All the players want is money, they don't give a crap like the Larry Bird, Magic, MJ and Kobe. These punks sit for a few games just because they don't have a shiny nails. These are loser players. 

@Dynasty4

 Tatum was cooking yesterday, on fire

Lakers all day...

Doubt at the Grizzlies - Spurs game, have not made a decision

I like the Lakers , have them on the second end of a winning ML parlay so they just need to win SU for me to collect 100/140

I like Lakers to win and the Under , Spurs TT O

Good luck to you buddy

Don't over think Lakers roll

Sometimes we over think especially when ponying up hard earned money. Lakers are home relatively healthy and have a chip on their shoulder. Does this mean they win and cover? No but they are the better team and if they win tonight the are off until Sunday. Lakers dont care who they face as the two lead dogs believe they can beat anyone and we all know that they are not really a 7th seed. Come playoffs the better teams usually do what they do best.

Good luck to all

So here¡¯s my take even though I side with the Lakers like most others. The Suns just knocked off the Spurs without CP and Booker. I think that sends a strong message to the Lakers. Plus CP and James are very close friends. That also makes me think. Another thing is how most coaches will listen to Lebron and probably do what¡¯s in his best interest for the team. I could be wrong but this don¡¯t look like the defending champs. Just saying.