Magic Johnson said Tuesday that the Lakers would be better off having the NBA’s worst record in order to improve their chances for a high draft pick in 2015.
“I hope the Lakers lose every game,” the former All-Star guard said at promotional event in New York City, according to Newsday. “Because if you’re going to lose, lose. I’m serious.”
The Lakers (5-16) went into Tuesday night’s action with the fifth-worst record in the NBA and second worst in the Western Conference.