Coming into Friday night's game against the Memphis Grizzlies, the Los Angeles Lakers were desperate for a win, having lost four of their last five games.
They achieved just that after an impressive performance from both Luka Doncic and LeBron James. With Austin Reaves sidelined, the duo combined for 65 points, 15 rebounds and 14 assists.
Starting in the absence of Rui Hachimura, Jake LaRavia posted solid numbers against his former team, finishing with 21 points, nine rebounds and two steals.
Ultimately, Los Angeles pulled away in the fourth, outscoring Memphis 32-25 after the two sides entered the final frame tied.
Along with the victory, LeBron James earned himself another scoring record. Three days after turning 41-years-old, James broke the record for most points scored by a 41-year-old player (31). This breaks the previous record (25) held by six-time MVP and Los Angeles Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
Following the game, his teammate Jake LaRavia spoke about what it's like watching LeBron compete at 41. "It's fun to watch. He does such a great job at not only scoring baskets but also connecting and making the right play every time."
With the victory, Los Angeles improves to 21-11. They now trail the Denver Nuggets by one game for fourth place after recent losses have moved the Lakers out of the top-three (a spot they've held nearly the entire season).
The Lakers will have Saturday off before returning to action Sunday, facing the Grizzlies once more.
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