With LeBron James' concerning play, a lack of consistency and the team's porous defense, here's what's sinking the Lakers -- and what can be done to fix it.

Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James will not play Friday against the Minnesota Timberwolves, according to the team, and did not accompany the team on its flight to Minneapolis, E

Outside of Davis, James and Reaves, the Lakers have struggled to find consistent offensive production during their recent downturn, with D’Angelo Russell, Hachimura, rookie Dalton Knecht, Vincent and Christie fluctuating with their output and shooting performances.