Anthony Davis Is Back – But Are the Lakers Really Winning?

Big moves, bigger drama — what AD’s return really means for the team and the fans

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Sofiane Hamissa

2/5/2026

Man, Anthony Davis is finally back on the court, and everyone’s hyped like he’s the second coming. But let’s be real — fans aren’t just cheering for AD’s dunks. They’re screaming because the Lakers have been stumbling, losing games that should’ve been easy wins, and making everyone sweat. Pain? Yeah, it’s real. Watching a superstar struggle with injuries while your team flails is brutal. It’s like buying front-row tickets and getting stuck in the nosebleeds.

Here’s the kicker — AD’s return doesn’t automatically mean magic. The chemistry has been shaky, the strategy half-baked, and let’s not even talk about those blown leads. But here’s the solution: it’s about fit, focus, and fire. If the Lakers want to actually dominate, it’s not just on AD to carry the load. The team needs to click — fast. Ball movement, defense, and hustle can turn hype into wins.

Argument? Simple: too many people overhype stars and forget it’s a team game. AD alone won’t make rings. But if the Lakers get their act together, that superstar power combined with discipline? Explosive. Fans will finally see the payoff.

Bottom line: Anthony Davis is back, and yes, he’s a game-changer — but the Lakers have to earn it. Pain’s real, frustration’s real, but the solution is there if they play smart. The question is: will they, or just coast on talent?

Sofiane Hamissa