Game 23: LA Lakers (14-10) vs. Dallas Mavericks (15-8) | 125-127 WIN!!!

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While Hardaway was great with his catch-and-shoot, he was lousy when Luka left the game. He tries to do too much and forces shots. Hardaway has a very specific role to play. His effectiveness diminishes without a better player managing the game.

It is a good point.  I would say this also relates to Hardy to.  Hardaway is just a better player imo.  In the future, I think Hardy could be less tied to a lead guard than Hardaway but he would still benefit more playing next to a lead guard.   Hardy trying to get a team into an offense is tough to watch.   If his first option is denied, his first instinct is to put his head down and attack.  

While Hardaway off ball defense can be maddening, you have to give him huge props for taking charges.   Having a player who is willing to put his body on the line can really make players think for a split second.  Not only do they need to be aware of Lively going to the rim, you need to be watchful of reckless drives because of Hardaway.