Can the Lakers step their game up and get into playoff contention? Many say no. At 19 wins and 25 losses they fall into 10th place in the western conference. A division they are used to being among the top teams. Superstar center Dwight Howard sure seems to think that they will turn it around. Howard stated "Im happy that me and Kobe are on the same page. In order for us to win, me and him always have to be together on the same page. We have to really lead this team. Thats the key right now."