2 pick in last summer’s NBA Draft, his father, LaVar Ball, has made his presence felt within the organization. They don’t want to play for him.” - LaVar Ball, father of Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball, referring to Lakers coach Luke WaltonHead coaches around the league, including the Dallas Mavericks’ Rick Carlisle and Golden State Warriors' Steve Kerr, quickly came to Walton's defense. But what’s strange is the lack of support Walton seems to receive from his own employer and players. “Whatever you want to say about LaVar Ball, he has smoked out the fact that the Lakers do not support Luke Walton. So, whether LaVar Ball predicted the future, or just found a way to drive sports headlines, remains to be seen.

Source: Fox News January 13, 2018 10:25 UTC