The Los Angeles Lakers coaching staff is coming under scrutiny as doubts continue to loom over the future of assistant coach Darvin Ham. Ham's recent comments in response to star forward Anthony Davis' candid assessment have only fueled speculation about his potential departure.

Following the Lakers' Game 2 loss to the Denver Nuggets, Davis expressed his frustration, stating, "We have stretches where we just don't know what we're doing on both ends of the floor." While Davis' comments could have been interpreted as a wider indictment of the team, Ham seemed to take them personally and defended the preparation level of himself and his staff.

According to reports, a Lakers source was confounded by Ham's lack of accountability during that media interview. The source deemed Ham's response as an unnecessary amplification of Davis' comments. It further emphasized the disconnect between Ham and a championship-level NBA coach, as exemplified by the Nuggets' Michael Malone, who out-schemed Ham for the second consecutive postseason.

Critics argue that not all of the team's issues can be attributed solely to the coaching staff. President of basketball operations, Rob Pelinka, erred in assuming that last year's trip to the Western Conference Finals was indicative of what this roster could achieve. The team's shortcomings in shooting and a reliance on Davis to anchor the defense became evident. Ham's reliance on injuries and lackluster effort from his players has raised questions about his ability to adapt and provide alternative strategies when faced with challenges.

While the Lakers organization has not yet made any final decisions regarding Ham's future, multiple reports suggest that his tenure is in jeopardy. The ESPN and Athletic reports both hint at a potential departure for Ham, as the team heads towards a critical juncture.

As the Lakers enter an offseason full of uncertainties, including potential roster changes and personnel decisions, the future of the coaching staff is undoubtedly a topic of discussion. The lack of accountability and perceived inability to adjust have put Darvin Ham's position on shaky ground. Ultimately, only time will tell what lies ahead for the Lakers coaching staff, but the signs point towards a potential shakeup on the horizon.