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Ziaire Williams knows he will need to help rebound for the Lakers

One area that the Los Angeles Lakers hope to be significantly improved in this season compared to last is their rebounding. Last season’s roster ranked 27th in rebounds per game — 29th in offensive rebounds and 22nd in defensive — and dead last in box outs per game. Advanced metrics gave L.A. a more favorable view, but no one would argue that last season’s team was good at rebounding.

The Lakers brought in Walker Kessler and Kevon Looney — two of the league’s best rebounding bigs — to alleviate this issue, but also added players like Ziaire Williams and Matisse Thybulle, who are strong rebounders for their positions due to their defensive activity. Williams spoke about rebounding and how it’s a point of emphasis for him and the Lakers to improve this season.

Ziaire Williams looks to continue providing energy boost to Lakers

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He made one of the biggest splashes in the Lakers’ first preseason game. Ziaire Williams set the tone of the Lakers’ new defensive style, pressuring the ball the full length of the court and injecting energy into his teammates. The Sierra Canyon High alumnus sank three three-pointers in a stellar debut for his hometown team.

After a minor injury slowed Williams’ preseason ascent, the 6-foot-9 forward could be in position to return to the lineup for the Lakers’ preseason finale at 7:30 p.m. Friday against the visiting Denver Nuggets. Williams practiced fully Thursday after missing the last three games. He’ll leave the final call up to the Lakers’ medical staff as the team tries to maximize its preseason preparation.

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