The Los Angeles Lakers are facing challenges with a recent four-game losing streak, dropping from 4th to 11th in the Western Conference. Coach Darvin Ham emphasizes patience and a long-term perspective, but fans are unhappy. The team's performance has been poor in the last 13 games, ranking low in offensive and defensive ratings. There's a reported disconnect between Ham and the locker room due to inconsistent rotations and starting lineups. Despite winning the In-Season Tournament, the Lakers are 3-10 since then, and LeBron James disagrees that tournament success reflects their season potential. With time running out, patience is wearing thin as the team seeks to turn things around.