Darvin Ham reflects on his surprising dismissal from the Los Angeles Lakers after leading the team to success, including a trip to the Western Conference finals and winning the inaugural NBA Cup. Despite his achievements, he faced criticism and calls for his ousting from fans and reports of locker room frustrations.

Now an assistant coach with the Milwaukee Bucks, Ham remains disappointed by the circumstances of his firing, especially after navigating injuries and guiding the Lakers through challenging seasons. He has had little contact with former players since leaving.