LeBron James delivered another stellar performance, notching his third consecutive triple-double with 35 points, 14 assists, and 12 rebounds to lift the Los Angeles Lakers over the Memphis Grizzlies in a tight 128-123 victory tonight.
The Lakers, who trailed 96-91 heading into the final quarter, opened the fourth with a 10-2 run. As the teams traded leads, Anthony Davis’ crucial 3-pointer helped push the Lakers ahead for good. The big man scored 11 of his 21 points in the final quarter and was ultimately the closer tonight.
After picking up his fifth foul late in the third, he returned with just under seven minutes to play and sank several key shots, including a go-ahead 3-pointer with 4:51 left to put the Lakers up 111-108, securing their momentum.
James showcased his efficiency, connecting on 13 of 22 shots, including 4 of 7 from deep. Meanwhile, Jaren Jackson Jr. led the way for Memphis with 29 points, as the Grizzlies saw their three-game winning streak come to an end. Let’s provide a grade for every Lakers player tonight because there were some more impressive performances from unheralded players.
LeBron James – A+
Stats: 35 points, 12 rebounds, 14 assists, 1 steal, 0 blocks, 2 fouls, 6 turnovers, 13-22 FG, 4-7 3PT FG, 5-8 FT, 37 mins
LeBron delivered a dominant triple-double performance, posting 35 points, 12 rebounds, and 14 assists. His shooting efficiency was impressive at 13-of-22 from the field and 4-of-7 from three-point range. Although he had 6 turnovers, his all-around play and scoring impact carried the Lakers to victory, making his contribution invaluable tonight. Make no mistake, James is still playing at a high level and rust seems to fall off him lately.
Anthony Davis – B+
Stats: 21 points, 14 rebounds, 3 assists, 0 steals, 3 blocks, 5 fouls, 3 turnovers, 6-16 FG, 2-3 3PT FG, 7-8 FT, 32 mins
Anthony Davis was a force on both ends, with 21 points, 14 rebounds, and 3 blocks. His aggressiveness on the glass and defensive presence were key for the Lakers, despite a lower shooting percentage (6-of-16). He also hit 2-of-3 from three and was solid at the line, going 7-of-8. His 5 fouls limited his minutes, but his overall impact was substantial.
Rui Hachimura – B+
Stats: 19 points, 7 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 1 block, 1 foul, 1 turnover, 6-7 FG, 3-4 3PT FG, 4-5 FT, 36 mins
Rui Hachimura had an efficient shooting night, scoring 19 points on 6-of-7 from the field, including 3-of-4 from deep. He also added 7 rebounds, 3 assists, and a block, making valuable contributions on both ends. His ability to score efficiently and support the team in multiple areas made him a standout, and the Lakers would love to have this production throughout the season.
Dalton Knecht – B+
Stats: 19 points, 2 rebounds, 3 assists, 1 steal, 0 blocks, 4 fouls, 1 turnover, 7-8 FG, 5-5 3PT FG, 0-0 FT, 31 mins
Knecht was lights out from three, going 5-of-5, and he tallied 19 points on 7-of-8 shooting overall. He contributed 3 assists and a steal, showing his ability to both score and distribute. While Knecht picked up 4 fouls, his hot shooting provided the Lakers with a major boost off the bench.
Austin Reaves – B+
Stats: 18 points, 2 rebounds, 6 assists, 1 steal, 0 blocks, 4 fouls, 3 turnovers, 5-14 FG, 3-11 3PT FG, 5-7 FT, 36 mins
Reaves added 18 points and 6 assists, showing his versatility as a scorer and playmaker. He struggled with his three-point shot, going 3-of-11, but he was aggressive, drawing fouls and hitting 5-of-7 free throws. His energy and passing helped keep the offense flowing, though his efficiency could improve.
D’Angelo Russell – C
Stats: 8 points, 2 rebounds, 2 assists, 0 steals, 0 blocks, 2 fouls, 1 turnover, 3-9 FG, 2-6 3PT FG, 0-0 FT, 20 mins
Russell had a quiet night, scoring just 8 points on 3-of-9 shooting. His playmaking impact was limited with only 2 assists, and he didn’t contribute much defensively. Russell’s shooting struggles and low production hurt his grade, though he still made a few key plays.
Cam Reddish – C
Stats: 4 points, 2 rebounds, 0 assists, 2 steals, 1 block, 1 foul, 1 turnover, 1-1 FG, 1-1 3PT FG, 1-4 FT, 23 mins
Reddish contributed 4 points on perfect shooting (1-of-1 from the field and three-point range) but struggled at the free-throw line (1-of-4). His defensive effort was notable with 2 steals and a block, but his minimal scoring and efficiency issues at the line limited his overall impact.
Christian Koloko – C
Stats: 4 points, 1 rebound, 0 assists, 1 steal, 0 blocks, 1 foul, 2 turnovers, 2-2 FG, 0-0 3PT FG, 0-0 FT, 13 mins
Koloko played just 13 minutes but made the most of his time, scoring 4 points on 2-of-2 shooting and adding a steal. However, with only 1 rebound and 2 turnovers, his impact was minimal beyond his scoring. His limited minutes made it difficult to leave a strong impression.
Gabe Vincent – D
Stats: 0 points, 0 rebounds, 0 assists, 0 steals, 0 blocks, 2 fouls, 0 turnovers, 0-6 FG, 0-4 3PT FG, 0-0 FT, 13 mins
Vincent had a tough night, going scoreless on 0-of-6 shooting, including 0-of-4 from three. He didn’t contribute any rebounds or assists in his 13 minutes, which, combined with 2 fouls, made it a forgettable performance. He’ll look to bounce back from this off night in the next game.
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