Filed under: Lakers vs. Mavericks: Defense Optional Defense is fun, but you don't have to do it in the NBA apparently. By Harrison Faigen@hmfaigen Apr 12, 2015, 8:11pm PDT Share this story Share this on Facebook Share this on Twitter Share All sharing options Share All sharing options for: Lakers vs. Mavericks: Defense Optional Reddit Pocket Flipboard Email No one is playing any defense in the Lakers-Mavericks game exhibit A: and B: Can the playoffs start yet? More From Silver Screen and Roll Report: LeBron James, Darvin Ham, Rob Pelinka had joint meeting to discuss upcoming season As currently constructed, would the Lakers make the playoffs? How Juan Toscano-Anderson’s passing versatility can add color to the Lakers’ offense What We Don’t Remember: Derek Fisher’s 0.4-second game-winner Have stars derailed the star empowerment movement? Lakers unveil new Classic Edition jerseys and they’re gorgeous